Legend Of The Elixir

In the three realms and myriad paths, amidst the six realms and countless sufferings, which person in this world is not innocent

Only when the blood stains the return path do we realize that a man without poison is not a true man

From now on, my life will no longer be controlled by others

On what basis can one determine right from wrong? On what grounds can one discuss correctness and incorrectness

It is nothing but a self-indulgent rise and fall

The Zhao guest adorns his black tassels, while the Wu hook shines bright with frost and snow. The silver saddle reflects the white horse, galloping swiftly like a shooting star. In ten paces, he kills a man, leaving no trace for a thousand miles. Once the matter is settled, he brushes off his clothes and departs, concealing both his identity and his name.

Some say: "Scholars disrupt the law with literature, while knights violate prohibitions with martial prowess." However, wielding a sword across a thousand miles, drenched in blood, though exhilarating, has already lost the true essence of chivalry... Each person harbors a notion of 'chivalry' in their heart, yet not every warrior can be called a 'knight'.

At this time, it was already during the Wanli period of the Ming Dynasty. Emperor Zhu Yijun was incompetent and indulgent, neglecting state affairs and repeatedly increasing taxes, which led to the deterioration of governance. Corrupt officials held power, and eunuchs dominated, controlling both the Eastern Depot and the Jinyiwei. They deceived superiors and subordinates alike, executing loyal subjects and oppressing the common people, resulting in a dire situation for the populace, who were living in extreme hardship.

At this moment, the southwestern tribes were in turmoil, the northeastern Jurchens were sharpening their blades, and even the small island of Japan began to stir restlessly. The situation in the Central Plains was unclear, with undercurrents surging and various factions rising. Many powerful families were secretly forging weapons and training private troops while also courting martial artists to gather support. They emulated Zhu Yuanzhang, the founder of the Ming Dynasty, by rallying followers through sects to incite rebellion. Consequently, the martial world in the Central Plains was thrown into chaos, unleashing waves of bloodshed and violence.