Many years later.
Yu Gu, the greatest scholar of her era, was the head of Xunsi Sect, a supporter of the continent's two great dynasties, the savior who ended the age of chaos, and a mentor to countless talented people. Whenever those who came after her approached with reverence to ask for the secret of her success, she always wore a humble expression.
"I'm no longer interested in power or leverage. It was all an accident. I just hoped they'd kill me! It was all luck!"
"I don't mean the meaning of life or ideals. Not those abstract things. I mean killing me, body and soul!"
"I just want eternal sleep. I mean exactly what I said, so don't read too much into it!"
Look! The sect leader is still dissatisfied with her achievements today, tirelessly pursuing the meaning of life...
Two completed novels, totaling two million words. My integrity is guaranteed.
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