Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

Pei Zi Yun, after emerging from a river, finds refuge in a small temple where he performs a ritual for an unknown deity. As he contemplates his past and present life, he reflects on the cunning Zhang Jieyu, a formidable figure tied to the Sacred Prison Sect. Pei Zi Yun realizes he must navigate the complexities of reputation and power dynamics, particularly concerning an upcoming meeting at Lu River. He plans to enhance his literary skills to gain respect and pass the Juren examination. In the county town, he meets Chen Yuan, a peddler who has made progress in locating valuable books. Pei Zi Yun inspects the books, hoping to find something of worth that could aid his ambitions.

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