Chen Yu was born into an ordinary farming family at the end of the Qin dynasty. Under Qin tyranny, the people suffered terribly from war and forced labor, and Chen Yu's parents died as a result. Fleeing the conflict, he stumbled upon an ancient Taoist temple in a mysterious mountain valley. By chance, he touched a mysterious jade disc engraved with strange patterns and gained the ability to live forever, his body permanently fixed at around thirty years of age. Over the long centuries, his kind and steadfast nature never changed. His wealth of experience gave him vast knowledge and deep familiarity with history, culture, science, art, and many other fields. Having witnessed countless joys and sorrows through his immortality, he feels compassion for the world and a sense of responsibility. With his unique perspective and abilities, he leaves his own mark on the long river of history.
