Chapter 29

The wind whispered through the bamboo forest, mimicking the panicked heartbeat of Xiao Bai. He stumbled into a secluded meadow, his tattered clothes clinging to his sweat-drenched skin. He collapsed onto the mossy ground, gasping for air, his eyes wide with fear. "Xiao Bai!" a deep voice echoed, slicing through the symphony of the wind. A figure emerged from the shadows, his face etched with worry. It was Xiao Mandai, the third uncle from the Xiao clan, a renowned warrior known for his calm demeanor and unwavering loyalty.