Chapter 228 Book 5 Yan Shengtian Advances
Dawn spilled its golden hues across Yan Shengtian's manor, the serenity of the Azure Feather Sect momentarily untouched by the undercurrents of ambition and desire that weaved through its walls. The crisp chirping of skycranes faded beneath the calm directives of a girl whose poise veiled the sharpness of her mind.
Li An, dressed plainly in a linen robe in the shade of morning mist, moved with quiet authority. A bamboo clipboard nestled in her hands as she gave orders to the maidservants—four young girls in pale-blue tunics, eyes nervous but eager.
"Liu Mei, check the incense sticks again. They should burn evenly, and only the pine resin kind. And Yuing Lan, adjust the tea leaves. Young Master Yan prefers the older spring variety, not last season's blend. That mistake could cost someone a hand in the kitchens."
