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The Trial of the Silver Lotus Monastery – Part I.
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As fall entered the Wriston Empire, despite the country being located in the southern part of the Lotus Continent, the climate still experienced four seasons, making the air feel chilly and biting.

As the wind blew in from the north, the chill penetrated to the bone, sneaking through every layer of the cloak that fluttered in the wind.

At that moment, dozens of senior cultivators from the Eight Sects of the Five Star White Stream walked up the steps towards the main hall at the peak of Mount Yin Lianhua.

The maple trees lining the steps displayed a vibrant red color with touches of bright orange, providing a warm contrast to the cold air.

As the autumn wind whistled by, many yellowish-red leaves fell along the steps.

This sight made all the cultivators pause to enjoy the beauty of the falling maple leaves. Nature seemed to be whispering, accompanying their steps towards the main hall.

"What do you think the topic of discussion will be for the alliance at this meeting?" asked Ren Junmi
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