After a rejuvenating nap, Eric swiftly cleared the area of all materials and dismantled the yantra. Ensuring no trace of his presence remained, he took to the skies on his sword, racing against the mountain winds. As evening approached, he infused his sword with his will, transforming it into a streak of light that cut through the sky.
Nearing the Seven Mountains, Eric slowed his pace. He found a secluded spot to transform back into his servant attire and reduced his cultivation to Qi condensation.
Walking towards the foot of the hill, he noticed a bustling activity – over a hundred servants, all in the Foundation Building stage, struggling to carry a massive statue crafted from glowing white marble. The statue, imbued with magic, radiated a soft luminescence along its edges.