The Mount Hua sect's Grand Elder implements a new training regime, opting to spar against three disciples at once, aiming to push them past their limits. Elsewhere, in the Valley of Three Bows, a representative of the Southern Blade Troupe, Sima Hongrak, confronts members of the Northern Sword Association, displaying a confident and assertive demeanor. Additionally, side conversations at the Mount Hua sect reveal that their strongest disciple is not very well liked by all, and is suspected to be the Grand Elder's errand boy.