The Mountain Has Its Trees

One type of comment I often see is that people feel sorry for Jiang Heng and are indignant and upset that he didn't ultimately declare himself emperor. This is understandable, since Geng Shu also thought so in the early part of the book. However, I didn't feel that way when I first finished reading the book. I think it's because Jiang Heng himself didn't see himself as pitiful.

I reread it after the first encounter and still felt incredibly frustrated. I understand the logic, but unfortunately, I lack the protagonist's magnanimity and ambition. I'm just an ordinary person, so I felt very frustrated. This is the most painful book for me in the series. Everyone who died died a worthy death, but I couldn't help but imagine the possibility of another survivor...

A belated comment! After reading this story, the characters that left the deepest impression on me were the Master and Prince Ling. Let's talk about Luo Xuan first. My first impression of him wasn't very good. Although I'd read spoilers and knew he was a good mentor, he was quite ruthless towards Jiang Heng at the time, so I didn't have a good impression. However, there were reasons for this.

Absolutely amazing, a masterpiece. I was already blown away on my first read, and over the years, with more reading and personal growth, my admiration for the author's skill has only grown stronger upon rereading. These days, few write historical fiction with a realistic background; it's a thankless task. But Fei Tian's work perfectly captures the atmosphere and character of that era.

It turns out that the story of Geng Yuan and Jiang Zhao is so regrettable; I fully understand Geng Yuan's situation. In the epilogue, Geng Yuan assassinated Jiang Zhao because he wanted to protect her and take her place in this potentially fatal situation. His only selfish act was to ask her for his hand in marriage.

This is a novel with a great beginning and ending, and many events echo each other, showing a strong sense of craftsmanship. I really enjoyed the story of the five assassins, and I especially loved the protagonist's travels through four kingdoms, observing the emperor, the feudal lords attacking the emperor, and their eventual deaths—it felt very fateful.

The early part of the story is excellent, and the characters are well-developed. However, in the later stages, it feels like the characters are out of the author's control. Some plot points seem to happen simply because they're in the outline, rather than because the characters act on their own will.

Hooray!!! I haven't read a novel in ages because I haven't found one I like!!! This one has such a strong historical epic feel, I really love it! 🌈🌈🌈🌈

In the book, Jiang Heng and Geng Shu reunite after four years apart; outside the book, I reread it four years later.

So good! So good!! The story is delicate, intricate, and complete, with a grand worldview, especially the part where the "people of the world" first appear—it's practically a stage play in words. Every character is vivid and lifelike, so you can't help but worry about them whenever they're in danger.