The Scent of the Soulmate encounter in Where Winds Meet begins with talking to Grannie Shi at the quest marker. You will then gather supplies like Chuanxiong, Buggleweed, and Agarwood, using your Gift of Gab for negotiation. After waiting until late afternoon, meet Shi Sanniang at the stone boat, then proceed to Sundara Land to complete the quest. This guide ensures you follow each step to uncover the deeper story and earn valuable rewards.
Rewards
| Reward Type | Quantity / Description |
|---|---|
| Echo Jade | x50 |
| Qinghe Exploration Points | x50 |
| Coin | x15000 |
| Character EXP | x22500 |
How to start
Head to the quest marker shown on your map and talk to Grannie Shi to trigger an encounter.

Walkthrough
Step #1
Head to the Scene of the Soulmate encounter marker on the map and talk to Grannie Shi to trigger an encounter.
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Step #2
Grannie Shi will ask you to gather a few supplies for her. Head over to Yao Yaoyao and speak with her to obtain some Chuanxiong. Once you have it, return to Grannie Shi and hand it over to proceed.
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Step #3
Grannie Shi will then request 3 Buggleweeds. You can find them growing just behind her house. Gather all three, return to Grannie Shi, and hand them over to continue the quest.
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Step #4
Grannie Shi’s last request is for some Agarwood. Speak with the Spice Merchant and use your Gift of Gab to haggle for a better deal. Once you secure the Agarwood, bring it back to Grannie Shi to complete the task.
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Step #5
Wait until late afternoon—either by passing time or using the clock feature. Then head to the marked location and speak with Shi Sanniang at the stone boat.


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Step #6
After your conversation with Shi Sanniang, make your way to Sundara Land. Enter the designated house to trigger a cutscene.
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Step #7
After the cutscene, speak with Shi Sanniang to finish the encounter and claim your rewards.

Tips
- Always follow the quest markers closely and talk to Grannie Shi to keep the quest moving forward.
- Gather the requested supplies like Chuanxiong, Buggleweed, and Agarwood promptly; materials are often close by.
- Use your Gift of Gab skill when negotiating with the Spice Merchant to get a better deal on Agarwood.
- Use the clock feature or wait until late afternoon before heading to meet Shi Sanniang to ensure the quest triggers correctly.
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