The main line of the novel:
Episodes 1-18: Undercurrents of Buddhism and Taoism surged in the prosperous age of the Qian Dynasty. The prince practiced Taoism, the second prince joined the Tantric Sect, the third prince entered the Zen Sect, the princess got close to the Fahua Sect, and the relics unearthed from the underground palace caused disputes.
Episodes 19-30: Various Buddhist and Taoist gods and scriptures appear one after another, the battle escalates, and the court is also involved.
Episodes 31-46: An all-out war between Buddhism and Taoism, the victorious Buddha sweeps across the Tianshi Temple, the pure Taoist leader fights against the demon monk, and the prince Nascent Soul comes out of seclusion
Episodes 47-58: The truth emerges - the ancient demon controlled Buddhism and Taoism to fight against each other in order to break the seal, the second prince became a demon and rebelled against the country, and monk Dengji sacrificed his life to become a demon
Episodes 59-75: The gods of Buddhism and Taoism join forces to conquer the demons, the ancient Buddha enlightens the second prince to return to the right way, the prince becomes enlightened, and the emperor drives him to conquer in person
Episodes 76-81: The power of Buddhism and Taoism merge into one, the two princes atone for their sins and die for their country, the devil is destroyed, Buddhism and Taoism return to one body and enjoy eternal peace.