Xuanzang was driven out of the imperial palace just as heavy snow began to fall. It was the first snow of the year. Xuanzang walked step by step through the blinding snow toward Huibin Tavern, his lonely figure looking utterly desolate.
Upon returning to Huibin Tavern, Liu Yuan saw Xuanzang come in and stepped forward to greet him, asking, "Master, did everything go smoothly today?"
Xuanzang gave a bitter smile, said nothing, and headed straight to his room. Seeing his expression, Liu Yuan knew at once that the Emperor had not granted permission, and he could not help letting out a sigh.
Chapter 367