Heavy rain mixed with sleet poured down.
It drifted in under the eaves of the shop's sign, striking Lu Yuan's face with a chilling sensation.
Lu Yuan stretched out his hand, drew his vital energy deep into his body, allowing more of his skin to feel the raindrops.
Is this reality... or a dream?
Lu Yuan mumbled to himself, the two inexplicable loops having left him somewhat confused.
He closed his eyes, letting the cold raindrops stream down his face.
A moment later, Lu Yuan opened his eyes.
It's a nightmare.
He had found the answer. He took a deep breath.
The cold air surged into his lungs, wiping away the cowardly emotions that had spread like moss.
It's the power of the Lady of Nightmares.
Lu Yuan's expression calmed, his mind regaining its usual composure and sharpness.
She sensed that I'm investigating Xia Zhijing, so she gave me... a warning?
Lu Yuan used his authority to look up information on individuals connected to cases involving the 'Lady of Nightmares.'
