Chronicles of Zhongtian, Vol. 1: Budding at Dusk

The Sprouts of Dusk is the first work in the History of Zhongtian series. It recounts Zhongtian's long history and the origins of its various races. During the imperial princes' struggle for succession, Emperor Dazheng dies, and the conflict's aftershocks spread throughout the Central Lands. The Jiang family loses the struggle, and its children are scattered far and wide. The crown prince, who successfully seizes the throne, is coveted by various factions, manipulated by the divine race that hopes order will return, and plotted against by the former dynasty's royal family, who wish to reclaim the throne. Meanwhile, future movers and shakers such as Li Yi, Yang Zi, Jing Wen, and Gongyang Cuo slowly come into their own, awaiting the day they will rule the realm.