Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In the narrative, Pei Zi Yun and Ichiro Yamada dine in Heian-kyo, where Yamada boasts about his encounters with bandits. Pei Zi Yun, observing the samurai's wary demeanor, reflects on the historical context of banditry and rebellion in Japan. He shares a chilling tale of a deserted noodle stall and an extinguished lantern, which unnerves the samurai present. The atmosphere grows tense as the samurai express fear, revealing the dangers of the night in Heian-kyo. Pei Zi Yun contemplates using this fear to his advantage, seeking to gain power through the chaos. He decides to book rooms for rest, hinting at his strategic intentions.

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