When the clouds that obscured the sun had dispersed, it was already the next day. The train passed through a small town, slowed down to drop off the villagers it had been carrying, and then sped up again without intending to stop.
Ybur asked Afu Jiala and learned that the train generally stayed in Jiuxia for about a month. In the past, they would usually visit local officials and take a brief tour within Jiuxia's territories, stopping here and there. However, this time was different—the destination was clear, heading straight for Imperial City without lingering too long on the way.
Thinking of all the famous mountains and rivers they would pass by—and miss—Ybur became slightly anxious. After a moment's thought, Ybur took advantage of the train's slowdown to stealthily spit outside.
One of its avatars immediately flew out, transforming into a chubby bird in the air and fluttering upward.