The Six Realms are in turmoil, the Six Realms are in turmoil. The setting sun warms the great banners; cold blood soaks iron armor. A thousand men leave their bones behind, while ten thousand households can only sigh in despair.
The Six Realms are the four quarters of the earth and the heavens above: the world, the universe. Humans, gods, Buddhas, cultivators, demons, beasts, and monsters all dwell here. Humans are the masters of all creation: through self-cultivation, they may become gods, Buddhas, or cultivators; by indulging their desires, they may become demons, beasts, or monsters. All thoughts arise from the heart. When people’s hearts are at peace, the world is clear and bright; when their hearts are in turmoil, darkness falls over every corner.
Lu Zhan, a cowherd boy, is unexpectedly drawn into one conspiracy after another. He battles for power, wits, and strategy, as one mystery leads to the next…