Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

Under a bare tree, the old servant Pu experiences a terrifying encounter with ghostly figures that lead him to a hall presided over by the River God. Here, he witnesses the trial of Chen Gui, who is sentenced to deep-frying for his crimes, and Li Wu, who faces the Mountain of Blades for stealing. Pu, trembling with fear, is forced to confess his own misdeeds, including usury and illegal activities. As other servants confess minor offenses, Pei Ziyun observes the proceedings, noting the triviality of their confessions compared to the serious crimes of the prefect. A sudden revelation about the deputy steward, Bai Ceng, hints at deeper secrets tied to the prefect's fate, showcasing the mysterious nature of fate itself.

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