Treading the Heavens Without a Trace.

Summary

The old Crane, a celestial bird from the Dao Zen Monastery, transformed and flew southward after the sudden death of Grand Celestial Master Gong Qing. His passing deeply affected key figures Gong Liang and Yan Yuan, threatening the morale of the Black Swallow Army. They faced immense pressure to retreat from Heyang County, fearing that the news would embolden enemy forces. The Black Yan Army's strategy shifted towards seeking refuge in Yanmen County, where natural defenses could offer some protection. However, the potential for conflict with powerful Heavenly List figures loomed, as their retreat could provoke aggressive actions from rival clans. The situation was precarious, with the need for a safe withdrawal from Heyang becoming paramount, while the fate of the Black Swallow Army hung in the balance.

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