Step aside, let me take charge!.

Summary

Ning Yan loses a sparring match to Shen Tang and admits that she once specialized in swordsmanship but has neglected it for years. She reflects on her past brilliance and expresses her desire to kill Zheng Qiao, the man responsible for her husband's death, to find peace. Shen Tang, torn between Ning Yan’s revenge and Jiang Sheng’s pursuit of scholarly success through Zheng Qiao's death, humorously allows them to settle the matter themselves. Despite her deep resentment, Ning Yan eventually agrees to split Zheng Qiao’s death between her and Jiang Sheng. She and Shen Tang continue their preparations, with Shen Tang suffering a minor injury during their sparring practice. Meanwhile, Shaochong, who shares meals with Shen Tang, becomes comically confused by her injury, believing it to be from an illicit affair. As the alliance plans further attacks, Shen Tang remains wary of potential treachery from her allies. She receives a surprising visit from Yun Ce, sent by Huang Lie to assist her on the next mission.

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