A day had passed.

After the unexpected encounter with Gu Ryeonghwa and Yeongpung, the late hour left us with no choice but to spend the night nearby in a simple manner.

By the time dawn arrived, I had just finished my usual early morning training.

And beside me was Yeongpung.

Boom!

I casually tossed aside the rock I had been holding. It landed among the gravel, scattering pebbles as I wiped the sweat from my brow and turned to look at Yeongpung.

“Phew…”

Yeongpung, still immersed in his training, seemed entirely focused on controlling his breathing.

Taking a closer look …