Stealing the Celestial Path.

Summary

In a tense atmosphere, Infante Wei Zun and Ukon no Jō discuss the cleverness of a young samurai, Yamada Shinichi, whose presence in Heian-kyo poses a threat. They decide to send Chun Ye Teng to discreetly expel him without causing offense. Chun Ye Teng, feeling the weight of the task, contemplates how to handle Yamada's departure. As he and a lower-ranking samurai devise a plan involving supernatural elements to frighten Yamada into leaving, Pei Zi Yun returns to the inn, reflecting on the mysterious death of Ichiro Yamada. He senses a looming threat, deciding to stay put despite the innkeeper's concerns. The arrival of two samurai seeking Yamada heightens the tension, indicating trouble ahead.

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