The bird was released long ago, but Zhao Yi still hadn't shown up.
Li Zhiyuan wasn't surprised by this.
People couldn't possibly be idling around waiting for your summons. Even if they were to come, they'd have to wrap up their current tasks first. In fact, upon receiving his message, one might assume they'd acquire the broken jade and start making preparations in advance.
The government agency's tour group had left on a bus during the day, and the homestay had returned to silence.
Before dark, Li Zhiyuan went back to his room early and got to work on the seal for the day.
Even though he hated this task, he had to continue doing it. In theory, the later this broken jade erupted, the more advantageous it would be for him.
The exquisite, miniature compass was placed by Li Zhiyuan's side. As he busied himself with his tasks, he would occasionally glance at the compass to check the results.
