First-Class Daoist Gate.

Summary

Zhang Bai Ren expresses his disdain for monks, claiming his hatred is baseless. As he arrives at the Dragon Gate Inn, he observes the lively atmosphere and interacts with an attendant about lodging. Inside, he notices the presence of the Secret Military Bureau and engages in a tense exchange with a black-robed figure. Zhang Bai Ren reflects on the ruthless nature of merchants and the societal hierarchy, emphasizing that wealth dictates power. Meanwhile, military officials plot to eliminate a group suspected of possessing a valuable map, linking their actions to the crown prince. The chapter concludes with a sense of impending conflict.

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