Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In a tense river incident, Pei Zi Yun witnesses a boatman fall overboard after drinking too much. Despite the crew's efforts, the boatman drowns, leading to a sense of misfortune among scholars heading for an exam. The boat captain, fearing responsibility, plans to delay reporting the death. Meanwhile, Zhang Jieyu and Li Wen Jing plot against Pei Zi Yun, feeling relieved that their plans might hinder him. Upon reaching the prefecture, a constable investigates the drowning, suspecting foul play. The boat captain's account raises doubts, and the constable attempts to extort money from the frightened boatman, hinting at corruption within the investigation.

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