South Mao, North Ma.

Summary

The narrative centers on Zhao Gong Cheng, a ghost immortal who, after a tragic life as a frustrated scholar, becomes a wandering spirit. Guided by a compassionate Taoist, he cultivates diligently, seeking to fulfill his debt to his parents and help his village. Despite his noble intentions, he struggles for recognition in the underworld due to his unfilial death. Eventually, he encounters the hall master, who, after a fierce battle, invites him to join their hall. Zhao Gong Cheng's high cultivation and knowledge quickly earn him respect. The story culminates in a significant moment when he examines two plaques, revealing their importance as tokens from the underworld, which symbolize his and his companions' potential as Yin-Yang masters.

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