A try at Runes Forging
After that intense confrontation, Yan Jin seemed to have vanished from the border town entirely. Rumors spread about his disappearance, with no one able to pinpoint his exact location or what he was up to. However, one person knew the truth—Zhang Li. She kept his whereabouts a secret, benefiting immensely from the mystery surrounding him.
Yan Jin's public revelation as a Soul Master had elevated Zhang Li's status within the Treasure Pavilion. Her connection to such a powerful figure brought many seeking to curry favor with her. Gifts and offers of alliances poured in, but she had to turn them all away.
Yan Jin was unavailable, secluded deep underground in a forge, crafting arrows with relentless focus.
At first, Zhang Li couldn't understand his obsession with archery. In her view, the path of the bow could never reach the apex of martial prowess.