Many of the senior Daoists had already descended the mountain, and the Qingming Festival was still a few days away.
Gu Zhao wasn't in a hurry to return to the modern era. He first took Zhuo Qingyan and the Silk Embroideress on a tour of the area around Changping Prefecture. Only then did he return to Daluo Palace, cross back to the present day, and get to work.
During this break, Xiao Ya and Jiang Shishi both had touring performances and couldn't accompany him. So, for once, Gu Zhao set out alone.
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A steady drizzle fell on Qingming Day. Braving the fine, misty rain, Gu Zhao finally arrived at Sanmao Mountain.
Sanmao Mountain, originally home to the Sanmao True Monarchs, now houses three great palace-temples.
Wanfu Palace, Wanning Palace, and Wanshou Palace.
A Qingming ritual was scheduled for today, so despite the rain, the path was still filled with tourists and Daoists holding devotional incense, beginning their worship at the mountain gate.
