Synopsis

The chapter opens with Abbess Gu Hwa and another powerful individual approaching F, the assassin, who is seemingly escaping. They accuse him of intending to destroy Chengdu, while F retorts by questioning their moral high ground, pointing out the killings of their own sects to maintain power. He then prepares to fight, revealing his dagger infused with energy, surprising his opponents. The chapter ends with a sense of imminent battle.