Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

Pei Zi Yun, now a prince, welcomes the bard Gesnier to his mansion, offering him honey wine and compensation of 100 silver coins, which Gesnier receives with mixed feelings of envy and disappointment. However, Pei Zi Yun later rewards him with gold coins, which lifts Gesnier's spirits. Pei Zi Yun seeks Gesnier's help in acquiring skilled slaves and valuable objects, emphasizing the importance of thanking the gods for his transformation. He plans to marry Oenone, a daughter of the river god, to enhance his status without raising suspicion. Pei Zi Yun reflects on his limited wealth and the need to honor the gods to gain favor, drawing lessons from Greek mythology. He realizes that leveraging troubadours could accelerate his progress as a hero, setting the stage for his future plans.

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