The Great Eight-Character Stele

"What do you think of him?"

"Master, our interests and aspirations are different!"

"And what do you aspire to?"

"To master the arts of the great, accomplish deeds for the ages, and leave a name that lasts forever!"

"Submit to me, and I will share with you the great cause of conquering the Nine Heavens and Ten Lands!"

"All that lies within my power bows before me. Why would I need your empty claim to greatness?"

"I'm back! Those who plotted against me deserve to die. Those who betrayed me deserve to be killed!"

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.