Core of the Sage.

Summary

An Lu Shan's cunning eyes reveal his wrath upon discovering betrayal from the Buddhist barbarians, who he believes he controls through fear. Xiao Man informs him of a significant secret tied to the Tang Dynasty's literary lineage, prompting An Lu Shan to plot its destruction. He sends Xiao Man, backed by fearsome warriors, to locate a crucial painting, aiming to undermine the scholars' power. Meanwhile, Wu Meiniang cleverly captures the emperor’s attention with a poem, leveraging it to enhance her status, while the influence of Du Yu's teachings subtly guides her actions. In Chaozhou, Xiao Man successfully orchestrates a daring prison break with the help of elite warriors, while Du Yu, amidst political turmoil, uncovers valuable secrets from An Qing Xu’s belongings, setting the stage for further intrigue.

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