Prologue The Tian Shan mountains, swept by heavy snowfall and biting winds. At its peak stood a pavilion emitting a faint light. Inside, ornate gold embroidery fluttered against pillars carved with dragon patterns and a ceiling adorned with elegant designs. In contrast to these luxurious decorations, an elderly man with snow-white hair...
Prologue The Tian Shan mountains, swept by heavy snowfall and biting winds. At its peak stood a pavilion emitting a faint light. Inside, ornate gold embroidery fluttered against pillars carved with dragon patterns and a ceiling adorned with elegant designs. In contrast to these luxurious decorations, an elderly man with snow-white hair lay on the bed, breathing heavily as if on the verge of his last breath. “Huh… Huhh…” Even the blanket, said to be lighter than feathers and made of celestial silkworm thread, felt as heavy as a stone pressing down on him now. With barely open eyes, he parted his cracked lips with difficulty. “Is… anyone there… If so… please… bring me some water…” His desperate voice echoed in the empty air. But there was no sign of anyone else in the chamber. After staring
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