The qin music lingered softly, green water lakes, willow smoke drifting. This picturesque scene seemed at odds with the surrounding atmosphere filled with killing intent. Xiao Wanjian cursed angrily: "Demonic music! How can it dare enter our ears? All disciples, plug your ears!"
Wen Caishang played elegantly, and the music floated softly. Zhou Shijie was among the crowd; since the first meeting in Prefecture City, he had harbored a secret affection for Wen Caishang. When they met again in Flying Dragon City, by chance, a few words were exchanged. His admiration had unknowingly grown beyond measures in admiration, worship, and love.
He followed the disciples of the Sword Sect into the tomb, encountering the "Palace Thundercloud," and was later rescued by He Wentian. When He Wentian scolded Wen Caishang and urged the Sword Sect to confront her, he dared not say a word.
