She then put the meat back before introducing herself and the two beasts by her.
"I am Ming Yue. This is Xiao Yin and this is Hei Yue."
Following their introductions, the two beasts let out a chirp and a happy yip.
"We're headed towards the Cerulean Serpent's Lake, where the Southern Tower is", she explained.
Upon hearing the lake be mentioned, the demon child pulled back, her eyes full of fear.
"Why are you going there? Don't go there", she muttered, "Those demons- they're dangerous. They... they took my brother."
Raising her arm, the child wiped away the tears on her face. Trying her best to hold back, she couldn't help but shed a few tears, whimpering at the thought of her brother's sacrifice. Moments later, she felt a soft sensation coax her as Hei Yue moved to comfort the child.
Ming Yue then slowly approached her, holding out a slice of the boar meat.
"You should eat first and then tell me what happened."
*Varuna, Hindu God of Oceans