The story is set in the Shengyuan Dynasty, a fictional ancient Chinese dynasty. It is an era that appears prosperous on the surface but is rife with internal conflicts. At court, powerful relatives of the imperial family and influential ministers vie for power, while factional struggles rage among the officials. In the martial world, sects abound and frequently clash over resources and territory. Feudal rites and customs are strict in this age, and marriages are often dictated by political interests. Love between men and women struggles to survive beneath the crushing weight of family honor, national interests, and moral conventions.
