Respite

Amidst all the chaos and turmoil that surrounded him, Shen Bao had been diligently cultivating, his mind focused on the immense task ahead. The looming threat of the Rakshasa hung like a dark cloud over him, constantly reminding him of the fragility of his stability. Gaining enough strength to both protect and preserve his territory had become his primary goal, a goal that felt increasingly urgent with each passing day. With his relatively low cultivation base, Shen Bao knew he was bound to hit a wall if he ever faced a truly powerful opponent. The thought of being unprepared gnawed at him, pushing him to train harder, to push his limits further.