A Continent Beckoned, A Future Awaits

Relief washed over Bai Yu as he finally spotted land on the horizon. The vast expanse of the Azure Sea had tested his will, but he had persevered. As he drew closer, he could make out the lush greenery of a coastal region, a stark contrast to the endless blue he'd grown accustomed to.

Reaching the shore, he took a deep breath, savoring the thicker Qi density that blanketed the land. Here, it was at least ten times richer than on his home island, a fact that put a smile on his face. This new land held the promise of faster cultivation and perhaps, even more importantly, resources

.He set off southwards, hoping to find a settlement. After a brisk thirty-minute walk, the outline of a village emerged through the trees. Approaching cautiously, he observed the villagers going about their daily routines. Most were simple commoners, but a few individuals radiated the telltale aura of cultivators – a mix of Blood Condensation and Bone Forging experts.

Suddenly, a gentle voice broke through his observations. An elderly woman, her face etched with wrinkles but her eyes twinkling with kindness, approached him. "Are you new here, young man? You seem a bit worse for wear." She gestured to his battered clothes and the dried blood staining his skin.Touched by her concern, Bai Yu explained his ordeal, omitting the specifics of his home island's destruction. The villagers listened intently, their faces etched with concern. He learned that this was indeed the Southern Wasteland Continent, a vast and diverse landmass teeming with cultivators."Finally," he thought, a wave of satisfaction washing over him. He had reached his destination.

Further conversation revealed he was in the domain of the Azure Sword Sect, a renowned sect revered for their unmatched swordsmanship.The concept of the sword resonated within him. Its elegance and lethality seemed to complement the chaotic power he wielded. A pang of loss struck him as he remembered his own weapon, lost in the battle on his island.

After a much-needed bath and a change into clean, white clothes provided by the villagers, Bai Yu emerged feeling refreshed. His appearance caused quite a stir, particularly among the young women of the village, who couldn't help but blush at his handsome features.

"Yo, pretty boy! Wanna go hunting with us?" boomed a hearty voice. A sturdy man, his muscles rippling beneath his tanned skin, approached him. Upon closer inspection, Bai Yu recognized the aura of a late-stage Bone Forging cultivator.A mischievous grin spread across Bai Yu's face. "Sure, why not? It's about time I flex my muscles a bit."