Five Elements Heaven.

Summary

The guards of Qing Shui Cheng are on high alert due to recent issues affecting merchant caravans, including delays and financial troubles. Qiao Mei Qi suspects a conspiracy and enforces strict inspections of all individuals entering the city, requiring a city insignia for registration. Newcomers face rigorous evaluations, causing unrest among them. A merchant caravan from the Li Shi trading house arrives, but tensions rise as Yang Shi's servant confronts the steward about delays in goods delivery. Meanwhile, in a hidden part of the Li Shi trading house, Qiu Shui and Mister Dou discuss their plans involving Yang Shi and the potential risks of offending powerful families like the Shi and Gong families. They consider targeting Gong Yao Yao as a strategic move, while acknowledging the challenges posed by Shi Xue Man's protective nature over Ai Hui.

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