First-Class Daoist Gate.

Summary

Zhang Bai Ren, a young man praised by Confucian scholar Wang Tong, is set to gain fame after slaying a Dragon King. Despite the Sui Dynasty's peak, Wang Tong expresses concern over the Dragon Clan's influence. Zhang Bai Ren seeks an alchemy furnace to refine dragon tendons, realizing the immense costs involved—up to 20 million taels of silver. This financial burden weighs heavily on him, as he reflects on the wealth gained from his battles. He instructs guards to protect his valuable materials, acknowledging the risks of theft. The narrative highlights the tension between wealth, ambition, and the costs of martial pursuits.

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