Watching Movies in the Tang Dynasty

During the Wude era, Emperor Gaozu of Tang, Li Yuan, was busy consolidating his hold on Taiji Palace, while the rebel kings Dou Jiande and Wang Shichong were busy fighting for control of the realm...

In the early spring of a certain year of the Wude era, peace reigned across the land.

On this day in Chang'an, the weather was fine beneath clear skies. Murder and looting, the strong preying on the weak, and sneaking over walls into neighbors' homes all carried on as vigorously as ever.

On this day, scholars and poets composed verses and showed off their literary flair, while talented young men and women met for spring outings. These scenes played out at an unhurried pace.

On this day, a fast horse charged into Chang'an, shocking the entire Tang realm. Civil officials and military officers mounted their horses, while nobles and dignitaries packed their belongings. In a grand procession, they headed west to seek the one who had embarked on the Journey to the West...

And so the story begins.

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