In the ancestral land of the Xiao Family, built atop a Spiritual Spring Eye, sat a court where a woman in palace attire occupied the place of honor. She spoke solemnly, "Xiao Yu, in the past, you were too tied down by worldly entanglements, caught in too many causes and effects, and karma. From now on, you must sever all mundane ties, for in ten years, there is a possibility that the 'West Mountain Rain' might achieve minor success. Nowadays, the Xiao Family is in a precarious state, and a crisis looms near; you young ones must also shoulder your responsibilities."
Although Xiao Yu was somewhat reluctant, he still responded with an affirmation. He was flanked by several others, all distinguished members of the younger generation of the Xiao Family.
