Map of the Kingdom's Warfare.

Summary

Zhang Xuan discusses his plan to go to the North Sea with Li Shentong and Chai Shao, causing concern about their ongoing task due to the potential loss of manpower. Chai Shao suggests delaying the trip, but Zhang Xuan prioritizes finding the Purple Worm Jade Cocoon. Li Shentong supports Zhang Xuan's decision but advises against going alone, highlighting the difficulty of locating the armors. A confrontation occurs when A Su, intoxicated, accuses Zhang Xuan, but her father, Tu Le, intervenes. The next day, Zhang Xuan departs with Wei Chi Gong and Cheng Yaojin, while A Su grapples with her feelings of rejection and humiliation. A priestess, Xian Luo, encourages A Su to seek property and independence, leading her to consider a risky secret for a reward. The journey to the North Sea is detailed, with Xin Yu improving her Chinese and interactions among the group revealing dynamics and tensions.

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