Traveling North

Everyone woke up the next morning and prepared to depart. They did not wish to remain within the city for long, so they bought what supplies they needed, including clothing specifically made to whether the cold, and left the city, traveling north-east along the Xue River.

The already biting cold temperature became even more pronounced the further north they traveled, the air becoming so cold that every exhale created tiny particles of frost. Shuchang had spit out of curiosity and was shocked when his spit froze over almost before leaving his mouth. The girls were not very happy with his lack of manners. It also told Wu Jian not to attempt the same thing, which he had been admittedly curious about. He was very glad Shuchang had decided to join them. Very glad indeed.