Chapter 1: The Shadow at the Door

[Content preview for Chapter 1: The Shadow at the Door] This is the opening of "The Shadow at the Door" — Chapter 1 of The Fox Wife's Bargain by Lan Hua. Full chapter content will be available here. This chapter contains approximately 1,887 words. The story continues to unfold as Lan Hua builds the world of The Fox Wife's Bargain, taking readers deeper into this xianxia narrative. Each chapter advances the plot, develops characters, and reveals new layers of the story. Readers can access the first 5 chapters for free. To unlock the complete novel, a one-time payment is required — no subscription, ever.