Sky Shadow.

Summary

Ye Zi, feeling a mix of fear and comfort around the Black Robe priest 6 Chen, hesitates when asked about her clan's deity, the Tree God. She recounts her clan's belief in the Tree God as the ancestor of all living beings, but her memories are tinged with sadness due to her clan's annihilation. 6 Chen, reflecting on his role in their destruction, encourages her to speak freely. Despite her initial fear, Ye Zi reveals her admiration for the Tree God, but quickly feels lost as she realizes her clan's fate. After a tense exchange, 6 Chen leaves, contemplating the fragility of the barbarians' nature and the complexities of unifying their beliefs. Meanwhile, the Black Fire clan prepares for a sacrificial ceremony led by 6 Chen, who, despite being human, commands respect as he invokes dark flames, revealing the power he wields and hinting at deeper connections to the divine.

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