The story opens in a bustling 21st-century city. The protagonist, Lin Ze, is a promising young archaeologist who feels lost in life. He spends his days juggling artifact research and tedious academic conferences. Though he seems successful, deep down he longs for a more profound purpose in life. While excavating an ancient, mysterious ruin, Lin Ze discovers an unusual jade pendant. The moment he touches it, a strange light engulfs him, and he falls unconscious. When he wakes, he finds himself in an unfamiliar wilderness from ancient times. Everyone around him is dressed in ancient clothing, and their language and customs are completely different. Lin Ze realizes he has transmigrated through time.
