South Mao, North Ma.

Summary

In the narrative, Shi Ye arrives to assist Ma Nao and the narrator, who are dealing with a cunning demon named Tu Qi, skilled in illusions and water control. This demon, a Zhu Yao, preys on children’s essence and has evaded extermination due to its deceptive nature. Shi Ye explains that the demon has fused with a Shui Gui, enhancing its strength while remaining vulnerable away from water. To combat it, Shi Ye prepares an Eight Trigrams Flame of Li Formation, intending to reveal the demon's true form and eliminate it. The urgency to confront this threat is palpable, as the characters recognize the demon's cruelty and cunning.

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