Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In a tense exchange, Pei Zi Yun discovers that Saeko, a young girl who recently underwent a coming-of-age ceremony, has been injured while fighting evil spirits. Michiko Sakagami reveals that Saeko had to battle at a young age due to a family crisis and an attack on their home. As Pei Zi Yun contemplates the implications of these events, Bando Aiko discusses the broader chaos in Japan, including attacks from evil spirits and a potential power shift reminiscent of the Taisei Hokan. The Shogunate's intervention aims to restore order, but an anti-Shogunate faction complicates matters. Pei Zi Yun is tasked with confronting these demons, signaling a significant role in the unfolding conflict.

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