[Misunderstandings that make people think he's a big shot + mastermind behind the scenes + taking disciples + building factions + ensemble cast]
A rumor has long circulated in both the mortal and immortal realms: this world is not as simple as it seems. The great dynasties, immortal sects, and sacred lands are not the true rulers. Instead, they are secretly manipulated by a shadowy force hidden in the dark. That force is the real power behind the world. Its agents can be found in nearly every major faction, controlling everything...
"What the heck! What do you mean I'm wildly ambitious, that ruling the entire immortal realm isn't enough for me, and now I'm sucking it dry, too? I'm saving the world!"
"Heaven's Will, what are you talking about? When did I ever scheme against you? I helped you ascend to a higher dimension, and you don't even thank me?! Now you're turning around and blaming me?! You're slandering me! I'll sue you for slander!"
"You ungrateful disciples! A whole bunch of them! I've worked so hard to teach you, and it turns out you were the ones spreading those rumors from my haters? What? The ones praising me, too?!"
