The Dead End of the Manhunt

In Longyuan City, where spiritual energy and technology intertwine, Jiang Xuan is the chief forensic investigator at the Criminal Investigation Bureau. A former martial arts prodigy, he shut off his ability to perceive emotions for special reasons, but possesses nearly flawless rationality and the supernatural ability to analyze traces of qi. He is unexpectedly drawn into a bizarre murder case. The victim is a respected senior member of the Martial Alliance, and the strange martial arts marks left at the scene point to a forbidden experiment buried for many years.

As the investigation deepens, Jiang Xuan discovers that he may be more than just the one solving the case: he may also be the prey. Former comrades, a mysterious heiress from a powerful family, a chief who conceals his true abilities, and even the Martial Alliance chairman are all shrouded in mystery. A string of seemingly unrelated bloody murders turns out to be linked to a shocking conspiracy to overthrow the Federation and pursue the “ultimate martial path.”

When cold logic collides with the depths of human nature, and martial arts becomes a tool for slaughter, Jiang Xuan must confront the pain sealed away in his heart and temper his long-dormant “martial spirit” in the face of desperation. With both wit and strength, he must cut through the layers of darkness engulfing Longyuan.