Lin Zhao, a hot-blooded young man from a humble background, was admitted to the county government with his righteousness, but was repeatedly suppressed because of his upright personality. During a flood and disaster relief operation, he sacrificed his life to save others, and awakened the [Incense Panel of All Peoples]. He discovered that gaining people's gratitude, admiration, and faith can transform the "incense value" into cultivating, strengthening, and even enlightening all things. With this ability, he secretly punished corrupt officials, wiped out gangs, and established free schools. His reputation grew and he was spontaneously respected as "Lin Gong" by the people. He also founded the "Zhao Ming Sect" with extraordinary cohesion and became the spiritual leader and protector of the people.
As the power of faith skyrockets, Lin Zhao touches the core of power and hidden threats at a higher level. He discovers that he is not the only "awakened one". An ancient family of bigots views him as a demon, charlatans steal his fame and make money, and underworld giants want to seize his followers. In the process of being promoted in the officialdom and growing the sect, he met Su Qingshang, the heroine who came from a merchant family. Su Qingshang controls a huge trade route as a woman and is independent and courageous. The two gradually develop a relationship from allies and fight against foreign enemies together.
However, when Lin Zhao's belief network touched the lifeline of the dynasty and even began to affect the fate of the country, his close friends (and political allies) who had fought side by side and Su Qingshang, who was estranged due to differences in ideas, chose to betray under the instigation of various forces and the fear that "Lin Zhao might become a demon." They united internal and external forces to launch a surprise attack at the critical moment when Lin Zhao held the "God Ceremony" and consolidated the fate of the dynasty, setting up a decisive attack.
