In the second year of Shengping, the situation across the realm gradually came into focus. Jin occupied the south, while Yan held the eastern provinces in the north and Qin controlled the Guanzhong region. The three powers began to face off against one another. In such turbulent times, the martial world could hardly remain peaceful. Amid the shifting currents and hidden intrigues, what exactly happened...
This novel tells a story of the martial world during the Wei and Jin period. The first volume follows a southward flight, recounting what happens to the protagonist along the way through Langya, Guangling, Jiankang, Baling, Jiangling, and other places. Each city is described in detail. The novel also introduces aspects of the history of the time, such as fortified settlements, overseas prefectures and counties, changes to the enfeoffment system, and the market-district system. It also touches on the origins of various allusions, including “paper becomes precious in Luoyang,” “striking the oars while crossing the river,” and “a single cut from a lead knife.” I hope readers will discover something new and have a distinctive reading experience...
The Five Lakes are Zhenze, Taohu, Pengli, Qingcao, and Dongting.
