I am Engaging in Competition in the Immortal Realm.

Summary

Qin Shu and Da Ji encounter a river infused with demonic energy while fishing. Despite Da Ji's protests, Qin Shu insists on teaching it about human wickedness. Unable to cook the fish due to her sealed Fire Spirit root, she reluctantly settles for sashimi, which she finds inedible. After realizing the fish is tainted, she warns Da Ji not to eat from the river anymore. Investigating further, they discover a barrier leading to the Beast Control Sect, where the demonic energy is concentrated. Xie Shi Yuan, the Demon Lord, appears but refuses to seal the energy, suggesting a different approach. Qin Shu grapples with her instincts as a human cultivator against Xie Shi Yuan's demon nature. Ultimately, she is advised to return and seek Guo Chong, hinting at deeper connections and unresolved tensions.

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