Related thematic articles: Untitled Document Time: Unknown, should be very, very long ago. Place: The vast land of China. Heaven and earth show no mercy, treating all things as dogs! This world originally had no gods, but since ancient times, humans have witnessed various strange phenomena around them, such as lightning and thunder, storms, and natural disasters that caused countless casualties and suffering, which were beyond human control or resistance. Thus, it was believed that there were various deities in the heavens above and the netherworld below where the ghosts resided and the Yama's court was located. Therefore, the concept of gods and immortals spread throughout the world. Countless ordinary people sincerely worshipped these imagined deities, praying for blessings and relief from suffering, with incense offerings flourishing. Since ancient times, all mortals must die. But people generally fear death and love life. With the concept of the underworld and Yama adding more fear, the idea of eternal life emerged. Compared to other living species, humans may be at a physical disadvantage, but as the most intelligent beings, this is undoubtedly true. Driven by the pursuit of eternal life, generation after generation of wise individuals have devoted their entire lives to painstaking research. So far, although true immortality has not been found, some practitioners of cultivation and Daoism have understood some of the mysteries of heaven and earth. With mortal bodies, they master formidable powers and use various secret treasures and magical instruments to shake heaven and earth with thunderous might. Some of the more accomplished elders are even rumored to have lived for a thousand years without dying. People believe that those who attain the Dao become immortals, so more and more people embark on the path of cultivation and Daoist practices. The vast land of China stretches endlessly. Only the Central Plains is the most fertile and beautiful, with the majority of the population residing there. The borderlands to the southeast, northwest, and north are perilous with dangerous mountains and rivers, fierce beasts and birds of prey, notorious for their poisonous miasmas and toxic substances, and inhabited by barbaric tribes who wear fur and drink blood, making them rarely visited by others. It is also said that remnants of the primeval era still exist, hidden deep in the mountains and valleys, with lifespans exceeding ten thousand years, yet unseen by anyone. Nowadays, the number of people cultivating and practicing Daoism is countless. Due to the vastness of China's territory and the multitude of extraordinary individuals, there are various methods of cultivation, all different from each other. Although the method of eternal life has not yet been found, gradually sects and distinctions between righteousness and evil have formed. As a result, sectarian prejudices, intrigues, and even conflicts and killings frequently occur. When immortality seems so distant and elusive, the power gained through cultivation gradually becomes the goal for many. In today's world, the righteous way is flourishing, while the forces of evil have retreated. The Central Plains, with its picturesque mountains and waters, thriving population, and abundant resources, is firmly controlled by the righteous factions. Among them, "Green Cloud Sect", "Tianyin Temple", and "Fragrant Incense Valley" are the three major pillars, leading the rest. This story begins with the "Green Cloud Sect". This novel can be said to move heaven and earth, make ghosts weep, bring tears to those who read it, and sorrow to those who hear it. The plot is full of ups and downs, extremely exciting. It's great to read novels on -Reading Network-. The page is clean and tidy, with no pop-up ads. By joining as a member, you can use the bookmark function, which is very convenient. http://www.novbook.com/reading/2/98390/52281.html