During the Great Anniversary era, the empire was in turmoil, with corrupt officials manipulating power behind the scenes. The emperor’s secret assassination unit, the Bad People, suddenly found itself leaderless overnight when its formidable head, Yuan Tiangang, unexpectedly resigned, leaving only a cryptic letter behind. Disillusioned and searching for meaning, Yuan Tiangang follows a trail left by his late friend Li Chunfeng, leading him to Chang’an’s Anle Pavilion, a place infamous for indulgence and pleasure. However, beneath its glamorous exterior lies a battlefield of ambition, deception, and power struggles. As he steps into this enigmatic world, he encounters a host of intriguing figures—rebels seeking freedom, alchemists in pursuit of immortality, and schemers vying for control. Each encounter shapes Yuan Tiangang’s fate, forcing him into an unpredictable journey that will redefine his destiny and the very foundation of the empire.
As the shadows of his past catch up, Yuan Tiangang must navigate a treacherous web of betrayals, alliances, and forbidden knowledge. The battle for supremacy isn’t just waged with swords and assassinations—it is a clash of ideals, where ancient prophecies, martial arts, and hidden conspiracies intertwine. The once-feared assassin must decide whether to reclaim his place as the leader of the Bad People or forge a new path amidst the chaos. With every step, he unravels deeper mysteries surrounding the imperial court, long-lost secrets of Taoist wisdom, and the true reason behind his friend Li Chunfeng’s cryptic guidance. As political tensions erupt and supernatural forces stir, Yuan Tiangang’s journey becomes a legend that will be remembered for generations.
