Treasure Book.

Summary

On the path of cultivation, the four essentials are law, companions, wealth, and land. Law refers to cultivation methods, companions are supportive partners, wealth is necessary for resources, and land signifies auspicious locations for cultivation. The narrator has the law and expects wealth from benefactor Shen Li Dan, while also finding a beneficial feng shui site for cultivation. Plans include moving to a new courtyard and establishing a botanical garden. The narrator reflects on ancient texts and the benefits of spiritual energy from ebony. Shen Li Dan is intrigued by the narrator's mysterious aura and feels protected by him. As they leave, a storm brews, and a black cat startles them, leading to an awkward moment between the two.

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