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Summary

In February, as winter eased in Lü Liang Shan, Qing Mu Zhai appeared desolate after its peak two years prior, when it thrived on smuggling. The decline began with the fall of Yanmen Pass and intensified as internal strife emerged, leading to a population drop to around twenty-one thousand. Ning Yi's leadership faced challenges, including external pressures from the Jin Kingdom and internal dissent among younger members eager for profit. A significant battle within the Zhai occurred, leading to a cleansing and reorganization, with the army evolving from bandits to a disciplined force. As the Blood Bodhisattva's reputation grew, the complexity of Qing Mu Zhai's power structure increased. Ning Yi and Hong Ti's relationship remained strained yet supportive, as they navigated the political landscape and personal guilt amidst ongoing turmoil and transformation in the region.

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