The Wanxiang Daoist Palace had deep roots and a solid foundation, with a first-rank Tianzhen Daoist master at its helm. As such, this procedural investigation could hardly cause any real disruption. Before long, the investigation team departed without much commotion.0

There were no overt movements from any faction, but there were certainly covert maneuvers laying the groundwork for the next confrontation.0

In the blink of an eye, it was already mid-September, marking the end of the three-month advanced training at the Upper Palace.0

Between the Zhongyuan Festival and September 15th was the Mid-Autumn Festival. Though it was not a traditional Daoist holiday, it was a major festival among the common folk, ranking alongside the Spring Festival and the Lantern Festival. However, the Wanxiang Daoist Palace held deep reservations about this holiday centered on family reunions. After all, it was home to many orphans, so a festival like that was bound to evoke painful memories. Therefore, unlike the Zhongyuan Festival, the Wanxiang Daoist Palace did not officially celebrate it, though private observances were permitted.0

Qi Xuansu did not care for the Mid-Autumn Festival, so on August 15th, he spent the day in the library at Gen Garden.1

After experiencing his rebirth, Qi Xuansu found that...0