Silver Fox.

Summary

The chapter describes a tense atmosphere in the capital as various martial artists and noble families gather for a martial arts examination, which is unusually competitive this year. Tie Xin Yuan and his companions discuss the presence of powerful figures and speculate on the emperor's intentions. They suspect that the examination holds more significance than usual, possibly due to recent military losses. Tie Xin Yuan demonstrates a cunning strategy involving a poisoned incense to incapacitate opponents, hinting at the secretive and strategic nature of the competition. The chapter ends with a focus on the financial dealings and the importance of timing in their plans.

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