Six thousand years ago, the once-glorious swordsman lineage fell into ruin, leaving only Chao Qingqiu, the last of the true swordsmen, to uphold its honor and fight against the powerful forces of the Three Religions and Twelve Saints. In a small country town, Li Fuyao, driven by a deep, unshakable hatred, makes a living by telling tales of the past. However, his journey takes a fateful turn when he ventures into the land of monsters, Jianshan, and the sacred realm of Buddha. Seeking revenge for his fallen kin, Li Fuyao uncovers a dark conspiracy that stretches back six millennia.
As he seeks answers, Li Fuyao unravels the mystery behind the downfall of the swordsman lineage. Why did it all begin to decline so long ago? Why were the legendary swordsmen and saints unable to achieve immortality? What secrets did Chao Qingqiu keep hidden when he faked his death? What significance does the mysterious lantern in the land of Buddha hold? And what is the truth behind the monstrous dragon that seems to have come from the stars?
As Li Fuyao grows in power, these questions and more are revealed, exposing a cosmic conspiracy that shakes the very foundation of reality. What lies beyond the sky, and what role does Li Fuyao play in the fate of the world?