For five hundred years, I have been bound in this forbidden land, and yet here you are, dear Independent Cultivator, shedding tears for what reason?

Summary

Disciples discuss the potential demolition of Gu Xiu's residence at Zhuo Peak after he signed the Abandon Sect Spirit Contract. Nian Chao Xi, concerned about this, confronts two junior disciples who reveal that Wu Shi and Qi Shi plan to use the space for teaching Jiang Shi beast taming techniques. Nian Chao Xi rushes to Zhuo Peak but arrives too late, witnessing the destruction of the wooden house. Lu Qing Yao and Qin Mo Ran, now dismissive of Gu Xiu, express their excitement over the demolition and plan to create a beast pen. Nian Chao Xi confronts them about their change in attitude towards Gu Xiu, who they claim has changed for the worse. As Lu Qing Yao uncovers a sinister formation beneath the ruins, both Nian Chao Xi and Qin Mo Ran realize the gravity of the situation.

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