Surprising Swan.

Summary

In a secluded courtyard, an old man, Kong Qiu, and a young man, Li Zi Ye, discuss the nature of the Heavenly Books, which inscribe names of those who gain their recognition. Kong Qiu explains that only four names have been recorded over a millennium due to the books' will. He warns Li Zi Ye that he may need to compete with Fu Jing Lun for mastery of the Heavenly Books after Kong Qiu's passing. They also discuss demons, with Kong Qiu asserting that not all demons are evil, while Li Zi Ye expresses concern over the fear they instill in humans. Kong Qiu assigns Li Zi Ye the task of finding a solution to the impending conflict between humans and demons, emphasizing the challenges ahead. Li Zi Ye, frustrated by the lack of immediate benefits, hopes for assistance in advancing his cultivation but is told to wait. Kong Qiu offers him the freedom to take anything he desires from the garden, leading to a light-hearted exchange between them.

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