In the thirteenth year of Yongle, a secret report stirred the Forbidden City in the dead of night. Rumors spread among the people that Zhu Di had usurped the throne and that the Jianwen Emperor was still alive. Just as the Jinyiwei were pursuing the mastermind with all their might, a mysterious sky screen suddenly appeared high in the heavens, pointing straight to the truth behind the Jingnan Campaign and the secret purpose of Zheng He's voyages to the West. The blood moon, falling stars, and images on the sky screen gradually revealed the schemes behind imperial power, shaking the court and leaving the people in fear.
At the Imperial Lodge in Qionglong Mountain, Suzhou, the Jianwen Emperor Zhu Yunwen, living under the assumed name "Yingwen," has devoted himself to spiritual cultivation for twelve years. But when the sky screen exposes him, he is forced to flee. Suspicion sparked by Zheng He's return, a frame-up involving forged letters, and the Jinyiwei's brutal pursuit push this exiled emperor to the brink. Zhu Di's suspicion and ruthlessness not only land loyal ministers in prison, but also stir hidden currents throughout the Ming Empire.
As the sky screen continues revealing the merits and failings of China's emperors, the truth of history and the struggle of political intrigue intertwine across time and space. This is a trial that spans time, and a tragic song of power and human nature. Under the sky screen's gaze, who will ultimately rule the empire, and who will become mere dust in the pages of history?
One word, not worth reading. I have no opinion at all. Completely biased towards Confucian history books. Alas😔