Synopsis

The chapter opens with Geomwoo confronting the owner of the Thousand Fragrance Pavilion, whom he recognizes despite a changed appearance, and demands answers. Meanwhile, others try to identify the Gu poison user, learning they are likely from the Minor Thunder Temple. The Qingcheng Sect, severely weakened, decides to withdraw from the conflict to recover their strength, but Geomwoo's allies resolve to track down the poison user, believing he poses an ongoing threat and has left a trail of blood from a wound.