WHERE WINDS MEET - Continued Story

Quick Overview

The story continues in 'Where Winds Meet' during the lively Drunken Immortal Month celebration at Heaven's Pier, introducing new conflicts involving the stolen pendant, the mysterious origins of Madam Han's wealth, and the arrival of the notorious martial artist Killerblade searching for the old battle-axe Hanung Chun.

Key Points: The Drunken Immortal Month is underway, but Madam Han is taking the First Jar Banquet very seriously, hinting at an important announcement. Ruby is currently absent, having gone with Beard Guang's caravan, while the young master is questioned about his whereabouts and warned about Madam Han's temper. A major plot point involves the young master's stolen pendant, taken by a bandit in black whose fierce swordplay brought down a bamboo grove, prompting the young master to wish he could train at the Jung-ho. Merchants discuss the dangerous state of travel, mentioning that Killer Blade has slipped into Chingha, suggesting the First Jar Banquet will not be peaceful. Killerblade arrives, demanding to be taken to Blissful Retreat to find Hanung Chun, revealing his reputation for keeping his word but also his ruthlessness, having killed an attacker who was already dying. The origin of Killerblade's name is traced back to his purple gold blade, forged from dark iron gifted by Jong Wong Cho, the first of the 12 Calamities, whom Killerblade once fought to a draw using only his fists. Madame Han's potential identity is questioned by Dodo, who speculates she might be a ghost who took human form, similar to the young master's physician master who also uses secret hiding places.

Context: The narrative resumes in the location called 'Where the Winds Meet' during the annual Drunken Immortal Month festival, which is characterized by lively celebrations, wine tasting at Blissful Retreat, and the gathering of various people including merchants and martial artists. Key characters include the young master, Madam Han (Aunt Han), Ruby, and Uncle Joe, who are preparing for an event called the First Jar Banquet hosted by Madam Han, while also dealing with recent troubles like a bandit attack and the known presence of dangerous figures like Killerblade in the region.