Synopsis

The chapter opens with the protagonist leveling up significantly after completing a quest, and receiving an offer of the northern part of Shanx in exchange for martial arts manuals. He receives three peak-level secret martial art manuals as a trade, surpassing the value of the territory. Later, he accepts an invitation from the Mount Heng Sect leader to a New Year event and also receives control over their territories as an apology. The chapter ends with the protagonist's internal monologue, showing a cautious respect for the Mount Heng Sect leader and a surprising gratitude for a former enemy whose items aided his allies.