Dragon Lord

When the Supreme One opened the heavens, spiritual energy filled the Great Void, giving rise to mountains, rivers, the sun, and the moon.

Those with talent observed and studied these wonders, comprehended the Dao, mastered the mysteries, and attained supreme immortal achievements.

From then on, the pursuit of immortality gradually flourished. The Ten Sects of the Mystical Path and the Six Sects of the Demonic Path stood side by side, producing one prodigy after another and ruling over countless living beings.

Yet there is another kind of existence in this world.

Any metal, stone, bone, wood, vessel, or relic, after ages have passed, may absorb the essence of the sun and moon and the spirit of heaven and earth, gathering vital energy and attaining divinity. It may develop a soul, understand human speech, foresee fortune and misfortune, and transform itself at will.

Such beings are known as spirits of things.

East of the Qingming Mountains in Dongzhou, a stone demon was born in the shape of a dragon. Bearing a trace of dragon aura, it was fortunate enough to awaken its spirit.

From then on,

I watch the mountains and rivers, sitting alone; I listen to the wind and rain, sleeping in peace.

Clouds come and go without a care; flowers bloom and fall, each following its own fate.