Treading the Heavens Without a Trace.

Summary

In the Northern Territory, war rages as demon barbarians invade multiple counties, causing panic in the Protectorate of Jingjue. Ye Qinglin, ruler of the Western Qiang Nation, arrives in Montenegro City with elite warriors to bolster defenses. During a banquet, he seeks support from Dong Ning for heavy crossbows developed by the Tianji Academy, but she declines, aware of his ambitions. Tensions rise when a young Ye clan member disrespects Dong Ning, leading to a confrontation. Despite Ye Qinglin's apologies, underlying resentments linger, leaving Dong Ning concerned about the true intentions behind their alliance. The situation remains precarious as factions vie for power.

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