The main part of the story takes place in the outer gate of the Qingyang Sect, a low-level practice place where resources are scarce and competition is cruel. In the world of cultivation, strength is respected, and the realms are divided into five realms: Qi refining, foundation building, golden elixir, Yuanying, and spirit transformation. The level of spiritual veins determines the upper limit of spiritual practice. Absolute pulses are regarded as the lowest, and there is no hope of perfecting Qi in one's life.