Their stomachs grumbled the moment they entered Shen Wu's garden. Like hungry wolves, they wrinkled their noses, their sparkling eyes darting to a set of plates. Despite the metallic bells covering them, the smell of steaming food caused their mouths to water and their steps to hasten after this long day.
Adam saw Shen Wu's gaze linger on them as they sat across him at the gazebo's table. Beyond a simple glance, he noticed concealed traces of disbelief, confusion, and hope as his lips parted.
"Who would have thought you disappeared before sunrise to complete a mission this soon?" He sighed. "I'm relieved to see you back in one piece."
He retrieved six murky stones from his intricate spatial ring and placed them on the table with a soft clink.
"Here are your weekly cultivation resources, plus an extra for completing your first mission."