Starting to Practice Swordsmanship from the Rural Area of the Second Dimension (1-323).

Summary

General Cheng contemplates granting immortality to the people of Gensokyo, realizing that the true challenge lies in overcoming the fear of death rather than the concept of eternal life itself. Ou Ti Nu Si raises concerns about extending this idea to the outside world, where societal conditions differ significantly from Gensokyo. Cheng acknowledges that granting immortality to the unprepared populace outside could lead to chaos, given their current struggles for survival. As they discuss the implications of immortality, Ou Ti Nu Si warns Cheng to be cautious of the potential consequences of his experiment. Meanwhile, in the outside world, Oda Nobunaga's military conquests continue, leading to a secret meeting among defeated lords who plot to counter his growing power. They debate their chances against Nobunaga, who is perceived as a formidable opponent due to his supernatural abilities. Wu Tian Xin Xuan suggests leveraging supernatural forces to counter Nobunaga, introducing a mysterious ally named Yu Yi Hu, who offers assistance in their struggle.

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