Starting to Practice Swordsmanship from the Rural Area of the Second Dimension (1-323).

Summary

General Cheng reflects on his tasks and the importance of not overthinking them. He encounters whispers from non-humans about a Tengu, which leads him to realize his growing abilities, particularly in movement. As he approaches the city, he notices he is being followed and meets a middle-aged man named Yi Chuan Zao Yun, who offers information about Hell Paintings in exchange for support in an upcoming local election. General Cheng is skeptical but intrigued by the potential value of the information. Yi Chuan Zao Yun reveals that the Hell Painting is held by Shou Lao Ren, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, and explains that while it can be obtained, it may only allow entry into hell without a way to return. General Cheng considers the implications of this information and the risks involved.

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