The next day.
Ellis was still out searching for the bamboo forest which had the liquid that Grey wanted. Unfortunately, even after searching the entire night, he still hasn't been able to locate it.
He had seen two bamboo forests during this time, but none of them had what Grey wanted.
Grey on the other hand decided it was best for him to continue exploring the Magical Beasts' forest on his own. He specifically chose the direction Ellis was heading, that way if Ellis were to find the place, he wouldn't have any problems with quickly getting to him.
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'I think it'll be best if I were to break through to the Ninth stage while I'm here. The essence here is slowly increasing the further I head in, albeit the change is very small.' Grey thought while raising his left hand in the air.