Yue Fan returned home under a scorching sun. He snatched the teapot from the table and drank deeply, the cool liquid finally chasing away the oppressive heat. He then retreated to his room, spreading out paper and a pen to begin his planning.
The stove was, at its core, a spiritual artifact.
Yue Fan knew the basics. Spiritual artifacts ranged from weapons of war—swords, spears, and staffs—to defensive gear like armor and Heavenly robes. There
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