Treading the Heavens Without a Trace.

Summary

In May, over a million soldiers and civilians retreated from Hengshan to the Qin Tong Mountains, abandoning cities like Tongkou and Yandang. Huang Shuang regretted leaving fertile lands, while True Monarch He led a rearguard to deter enemy forces. The Dong and Miao clans took over abandoned towns, leaving civilians worried about the arrival of ruthless aristocrats. Guo Hongpan faced grain shortages for the influx of refugees, but supplies arrived via airships. Meanwhile, a plank road was constructed to connect regions, and land distribution policies attracted attention. As clans seized lands in Jiyang County, resentment grew among the populace. The Heavenly Secret Academy expanded its disciplines, drawing many seeking cultivation. Chen Hai fortified Qinglong Valley against Crown Prince Ying Dan's coalition, while the Long Xiang Jun prepared for further conflict.

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