As a fierce sandstorm rages outside, our heroes seek refuge in a mysterious cave, only to discover a merchant caravan huddled there, waiting out the storm. But the cave holds a darker secret -- it's the ancient tomb of a legendary general who fought in this very spot two centuries ago, around the same time Xie Lian was scavenging nearby... The merchants believe Banyue Pass is safe, with a skilled guide leading the way. But fate has other plans: a sudden attack by deadly scorpion-snakes leaves a merchant and the crown prince poisoned. The only hope for survival lies in the rare shanyue herb, hidden within the ruins of a long-lost city. Will our heroes find it in time? The adventure just took a deadly turn!
Oooooo Hua Cheng semi-reveal! What a good ending for this volume, especially the slight hint at the end. I do love this. I will say, every time there’s actual plot stuff happening I’m sitting here like yea yea we know we get it now get back to Xie Lian and San Lang because this is what I’m here for.