The Gate of the Mysterious Realm

Summary

Zhong Xiu eagerly agreed to join the Tian Wu Shang Hui to reunite with Shi Mu and soon boarded a grand ship to the Western He continent. During the voyage, she met a mysterious figure claiming to be the president of the guild and signed a contract that required her to serve for fifty years. Shi Mu expressed concern over the guild's underlying motives, and Zhong Xiu shared her desire to leave but realized only the president could dissolve her contract. They discussed the possibility of finding the president, but Zhong Xiu explained that he was elusive and only appeared for significant guild events. Zhong Xiu reflected on their past and expressed her commitment to follow Shi Mu wherever he goes. Shi Mu revealed he had sent her a jade slip detailing a conspiracy involving the Wing Crane Sect and the Dark Moon Cult, but Zhong Xiu was shocked to learn her trusted aide, Xiao Wei, might be involved in the scheme against her. They concluded that they needed to report the robbery of guild goods, including a valuable Spirit Stone, to the guild, though they feared it would damage Zhong Xiu's reputation. Shi Mu vowed to help Zhong Xiu recover the lost goods, despite her objections about the dangers involved. They agreed to devise a plan together, with Zhong Xiu providing a list of the stolen items. Shi Mu learned that the Spirit Stone was the most valuable item among the goods. As they prepared to confront the situation, Cai Er alerted them to the presence of members of the Wing Crane Tribe searching the area, prompting Shi Mu and Zhong Xiu to investigate.

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