Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

The narrative follows the aftermath of a storm where Japanese pirates regroup after suffering losses. San Shou Ling, the third brother, reports to Fang Ji, the strategist, about their dwindling forces and the imminent threat of government troops approaching their main island. As panic ensues, Fang Zhi organizes a defense, realizing their magical formations are weakened. Meanwhile, Pei Zi Yun, leading his soldiers, discovers traps set by the bandits, indicating a targeted attack against him. He assesses the situation at the mountain stronghold, noting the disarray among the bandits and strategizing an approach to persuade them to surrender before resorting to an attack.

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