The shadow of the General's Palace
In ancient times, there was a border town called Qingyang Town. The town may be small, but it has a legendary story about a brave general. This general's name is Zhao Tianyi, he was an ordinary hunter in the town, but by chance, he saved the emperor of the dynasty who was in danger during a private visit to Weifu, so he soared into the sky and became the right-hand man of the imperial court.
Zhao Tianyi was born in poverty, and since he was a child, he went to the mountains with his father to hunt and practiced a good skill. He has a resolute personality, jealousy and hatred, but he is indignant to his friends. The people of the town admired him as a person, but they all knew that he was straight-tempered and not good at meeting horses.
On that day, Zhao Tianyi went up the mountain to hunt as usual, but found a group of masked men besieging a young man in ordinary clothes in the depths of the dense forest. Although the young man was extraordinary, his two fists were invincible to his four hands, and he gradually fell behind. Seeing this, Zhao Tianyi rushed forward without hesitation, and with his superb martial arts, he repelled the group of masked people one by one and saved the young man.
The young man was grateful, claiming to be a businessman from other places, named Li Xi, who encountered bandits this time and was fortunately rescued by Zhao Tianyi. The two had a good conversation, and Li Xi was full of praise for Zhao Tianyi's bravery and integrity. When parting, Li Xi gave Zhao Tianyi a piece of jade pendant as a token, and promised that there would be a good reward in the future.
Zhao Tianyi didn't take this matter to heart and continued to live his hunting life. However, one day not long after, a group of officers and soldiers suddenly came to Qingyang Town and announced the summons of Zhao Tianyi. It turned out that the young man named Li Xi was not an ordinary businessman, but the emperor of the dynasty. He encountered danger during his private visit and was rescued by Zhao Tianyi, so he deeply admired Zhao Tianyi's bravery and loyalty.
The emperor brought Zhao Tianyi into the palace, gave him an official position, and made him a general. Although Zhao Tianyi was new to officialdom, he quickly rose to prominence in the court with his talent and courage. He managed the army well, rewarded and punished clearly, and was deeply loved by the soldiers. However, his straightforward personality also made him offend many people in the court.
The rise of Zhao Tianyi aroused the jealousy and dissatisfaction of some powerful people in the court. They began to secretly squeeze out Zhao Tianyi and try to pull him down. Although Zhao Tianyi knew it, he didn't care. He believed that his abilities and the emperor's trust would allow him to get through the storm.
However, the development of things exceeded Zhao Tianyi's expectations. One day, the emperor suddenly fell seriously ill, and the palace was in chaos. Those powerful people who were already dissatisfied with Zhao Tianyi took the opportunity to attack and framed Zhao Tianyi for plotting against him in an attempt to kill the emperor. The emperor couldn't distinguish right from wrong in his illness, and with the clever tongues of those powerful people, the emperor actually believed their slander.
The emperor ordered Zhao Tianyi's entire family to be beheaded to set an example. When the news reached Qingyang Town, the whole town was in an uproar. People feel sorry and unfair for what happened to Zhao Tianyi, but there is nothing they can do. Zhao Tianyi's family was escorted to the execution ground, and Zhao Tianyi himself was also imprisoned.
The night before the execution, a violent storm suddenly blew in Qingyang Town. Thunder and lightning enveloped the entire town in an atmosphere of terror. Zhao Tianyi tossed and turned in the prison, unable to sleep. His heart was full of unwillingness and anger, but he also knew that he was powerless to return to heaven.
Just then, a bolt of lightning split the roof of the prison, revealing a huge black hole. There were bursts of strange laughter and calls from the black hole, as if something was calling Zhao Tianyi. Zhao Tianyi was shocked, but then calmed down again. He felt as if he was attracted by a mysterious force, and involuntarily stood up and walked towards the black hole.
Just as Zhao Tianyi was about to walk into the black hole, a thunderclap suddenly sounded. The thunder was deafening, waking Zhao Tianyi up from his coma. He found himself standing in the doorway of the prison, and the mysterious black hole was gone.
Zhao Tianyi's heart was full of doubts and incomprehension. He didn't know if what had just happened was a dream or reality, or what that mysterious black hole and weird laughter meant. But one thing is clear to him: he must find a way to survive and clear his name for himself and his family.
Zhao Tianyi used his ingenuity and extraordinary martial arts skills to create chaos in prison. He took the opportunity to escape from the prison and returned to Qingyang Town. However, when he returned home, he found that his family was gone. He inquired around, only to learn that his family had been secretly transferred to a secret place by the powerful.
Zhao Tianyi decided to go alone to rescue his family. He embarked on a path full of dangers and unknowns, and his heart was full of determination and courage. He knows that it will be a path full of hardships and tribulations, but he also believes that as long as he does not give up, he will be able to succeed.
However, what Zhao Tianyi didn't know was that it was not only the obstruction and pursuit of those powerful people waiting for him ahead, but also an even more terrifying and weird secret that was about to be revealed......
(In the first half of the story, Zhao Tianyi walked alone on the desolate ancient road, his heart full of worry and uneasiness.) The wind, whispering in the ear like a ghost, seems to tell an untold secret. Although his steps were firm, there was an inexplicable fear spreading in his heart.
He knew that he was about to face a life-and-death struggle, but he was more worried about the safety of his family. He had already seen the methods of those powerful people, and they could do whatever it took for power and wealth. Zhao Tianyi took a deep breath and forced himself to calm down, he had to find those powerful people, rescue his family, and clear his grievances at the same time.
Zhao Tianyi groped his way forward in the dark, his eyes as sharp as a falcon, catching the slightest clue around him. Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to a little fire in the distance. His heart moved, and he quickened his pace and ran in the direction of the firelight.
The firelight came from an abandoned temple, and Zhao Tianyi cautiously approached, only to see several black-clothed people standing in front of the door of the temple, and they were talking in a low voice. Zhao Tianyi hid in the dark and pricked up his ears to listen, but only heard some vague words. His heart tightened, knowing that these people must be the minions of those powerful people.
Zhao Tianyi took a deep breath and prepared to rush out to fight the man in black. However, just as he was about to act, a terrible cry suddenly came from inside the temple. Startled, he hurriedly stopped and listened carefully. The cry was familiar to him, the cry of his young sister!
Zhao Tianyi's heart was like being hit by a heavy hammer, and he rushed into the temple without hesitation. The temple was dim, with only a few flickering lights barely illuminating the space. He looked around and saw his family tied to a pillar with a look of horror and despair on their faces. And those men in black, holding weapons, stared at him coldly.
Zhao Tianyi's eyes widened angrily, he shouted, and rushed towards the man in black with his fist. However, his attack was easily blocked by the man in black. He was shocked in his heart, only to realize that the martial arts of these black-clothed men were far above him. Although he was anxious, he also knew that he couldn't mess around, otherwise he would only harm his family.
He took a deep breath, stabilized his emotions, and then tried to negotiate with the man in black. He told them he was willing to take him as long as they let his family go. However, the man in black sneered and told him that it was impossible for them to let go of anyone related to Zhao Tianyi.
Zhao Tianyi's heart sank to the bottom, and he knew that he had fallen into a desperate situation. However, at this moment, a strange laughter suddenly came from the depths of the temple. The laughter was eerie and chilling. Zhao Tianyi and the man in black were both shocked by this laughter, and they all looked in the direction where the sound came from.
I saw a strange man in a black robe with a hideous face come out of the darkness. He was armed with a cane, and every step he took made a strange "squeak" sound. His eyes shimmered green, as if he could see through the soul of a person.
The strange man walked up to Zhao Tianyi, looked him up and down, and then sneered: "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, you are really a loving and righteous person." But alas, alas, you are destined to die here today. ”
Zhao Tianyi's heart tightened, he knew that this strange person was by no means a good person. He tries to negotiate with the weirdos, but the weirdos are unmoved. He waved his cane, and the men in black stepped forward to besiege Zhao Tianyi. Although Zhao Tianyi was extremely brave, he gradually felt powerless in the face of the siege of so many masters.
Just as Zhao Tianyi was about to be subdued by the man in black, an even more terrifying laughter suddenly came from the depths of the temple. The laughter was like a demon from the Nine Hells, and it was terrifying. Then, a dark shadow burst out of the darkness and headed straight for the stranger.
The black shadow was extremely fast, and in the blink of an eye, it was in front of the strange man. It opened its mouth, bared its sharp fangs, and bit down on the weirdo's neck in one bite. The strange man screamed and fell to the ground struggling. The men in black were shocked when they saw this, and they retreated.
Zhao Tianyi took the opportunity to break free from the shackles of the man in black and rushed to his family. He untied his family's ropes and fled with them towards the exit of the temple. However, just as they were about to escape from the temple, the dark shadow suddenly stood in front of them.
Zhao Tianyi's heart tightened, he knew that the fate of himself and his family was already in the hands of this mysterious black shadow. He took a deep breath and prepared to wrestle with the dark shadow. However, just as he was about to make a move, the shadow suddenly spoke.
Its voice was low and hoarse, as if it came from another world: "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, you saved my life, but I can't save your whole family." But I can give you a chance—a chance that will give you revenge. ”
Zhao Tianyi's heart moved, he knew that the black shadow in front of him was extraordinary. He took a deep breath and asked, "Who are you?" What chance are you going to give me? ”
The black shadow slowly raised its head, revealing a hideous and terrifying face. It smiled and said, "I am the guardian of this temple—a youkai that has been sealed for thousands of years. I can help you break the seal on your body and give you great power, but you must promise me one condition. ”
Zhao Tianyi's heart tightened, he knew that the monster in front of him was by no means good, but he also knew that this might be his only chance. He took a deep breath, forced himself to calm down, and asked, "What conditions?" ”
The monster's flickering eyes stared at Zhao Tianyi, and there was a hint of temptation in his voice: "You must pay for your soul and sign a contract with me." You will have more power than others, but you must accomplish one thing for me when I need it. ”
Zhao Tianyi hesitated. He understands what this means, and once the contract is signed, his fate is no longer in his own hands. But looking at his frightened and helpless family around him, he knew he had no choice. He nodded slowly and said, "I do." ”
The monster didn't seem surprised by Zhao Tianyi's decision, and it slowly stretched out a withered hand, a strange light flashing on its fingers. Zhao Tianyi took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and put his hand on the monster's hand.
A sharp pain came, and Zhao Tianyi felt as if his soul had been torn apart. He gritted his teeth and endured the pain until the pain slowly wore off. When he opened his eyes again, he found that he had gained great strength. His muscles were stronger and his eyes sharper.
The monster looked at Zhao Tianyi's changes, nodded with satisfaction, and said, "Very good, you have gained my strength." Now, go for revenge and make those who betray you pay. ”
Zhao Tianyi didn't speak, he took a deep look at the monster, and then left the temple with his family. He knew that he was about to embark on a path full of dangers and unknowns, but he was ready.
Under the leadership of Zhao Tianyi, their family successfully escaped from the pursuit of those men in black. They went incognito and settled in a remote mountain village. Zhao Tianyi used his newfound power to begin to secretly investigate the crimes of those powerful people.
He found that those powerful people were not only corrupt and oppressed the people, but also colluded with foreign enemies and betrayed national interests. They do not hesitate to sacrifice the safety of the entire country for their own selfish interests. Zhao Tianyi's heart was full of anger and unwillingness, and he decided to use his own strength to punish these sinners.
However, Zhao Tianyi also knew that although his strength was strong, it was not enough to confront the entire imperial court. He must find more allies to resist the oppression of the powerful. So, he began to run around, looking for those who were also dissatisfied with the imperial court.
Thanks to his efforts, more and more people began to join his ranks. Some of them are ordinary people who have been oppressed by the powerful, some are officials who are disappointed in the imperial court, and some are some people with unique skills. Their common goal is to overthrow the rule of the powerful and establish a just and equitable state.
Zhao Tianyi's team is getting bigger and bigger, and their actions are becoming more and more frequent. They succeeded in striking down on the spheres of influence of several magnates, to the horror of those magnates. However, Zhao Tianyi also knew that he couldn't go on like this forever, and he had to find a suitable opportunity to overthrow the rule of those powerful people in one fell swoop.
Just as Zhao Tianyi was about to launch the final blow, the monster appeared in front of him again. It looked at Zhao Tianyi, with a complicated light flashing in its eyes, and said, "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, you have completed my first request." Now, I want you to complete the second request - help me find a sealed artifact. ”
Zhao Tianyi was shocked in his heart, he knew that this monster's request would never be simple. But he also knew that there was no way back. He nodded and asked, "Where is that treasure?" ”
The monster slowly spat out a few words: "Imperial Palace Forbidden Land." ”
Zhao Tianyi's heart sank to the bottom. The forbidden place of the imperial palace is an important place of the imperial court, which is heavily guarded and has many institutions. It was almost impossible to get into it and find the treasure by yourself. But he knew he had no choice. He took a deep breath and prepared for the challenge that was coming.
In the following days, Zhao Tianyi began to plan how to enter the forbidden place of the palace. Using his wits and courage, he managed to avoid the attention of the guards and enter the forbidden place of the palace. However, when he found the artifact, he found it shrouded in a powerful seal. He had to break the seal to get his hands on the treasure.
Zhao Tianyi began to try to break the seal. He used his strength to contend with the seal, but soon found that his strength could not shake the seal in the slightest. He was anxious, but he couldn't do anything about it. Just then, the youkai appeared in front of him again. It looked at Zhao Tianyi's anxious appearance and said coldly, "It seems that you still need my help." ”
Zhao Tianyi didn't speak, he nodded silently. The youkai slowly stretched out a hand, a strange light flashing on his fingers. It tapped lightly on the seal, and the seal began to slowly dissipate. Zhao Tianyi took the opportunity to take the treasure, and then left the forbidden place of the palace with it.
When he returned to the group, he found that the entire team was enveloped in an atmosphere of slaughter. It turned out that those powerful people already knew about Zhao Tianyi's actions, and they sent a large number of troops to encircle and suppress Zhao Tianyi's team. Zhao Tianyi looked at those wolf-like enemies, but there was no fear in his heart. He knew that he was no longer the simple hunter, he was a warrior with great strength, a warrior who fought for justice and fairness.
However, just as Zhao Tianyi was about to start a fierce battle with the enemy, the monster appeared in front of him again. It looked at Zhao Tianyi, with a complicated light flashing in its eyes, and said, "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, your fate has come to an end." Are you willing, for the sake of your family, for the sake of your faith, to give up your soul completely, to become my servant, and let me give you the last strength? ”
Zhao Tianyi's eyes were as deep as a pool, and he stared at the monster's eyes that shimmered with ghostly light, and an indescribable emotion surged in his heart. He knew that it was a choice, one that could lead him to eternal darkness. But at this moment, he knows better that he can't back down and can't give up.
He took a deep breath, straightened his chest, and said firmly, "I do." ”
The youkai seemed to anticipate his answer, and it smiled slowly, a smile full of mockery and smugness. It stretched out its withered hand and lightly touched Zhao Tianyi's forehead, and a powerful force instantly poured into Zhao Tianyi's body. He felt as if his soul had been torn apart and reassembled into a new form.
This kind of power, powerful and weird, made Zhao Tianyi feel both frightened and excited. He knew that he was no longer the ordinary Zhao Tianyi, he had become a real warrior, a warrior who could fight for his beliefs.
However, this power also comes at a heavy cost. Zhao Tianyi felt that his soul was gradually disappearing, his consciousness began to blur, and he felt that he was being devoured by monsters. But he didn't regret it, because he knew that it was for his family, for his faith, and for justice.
With the help of the monsters, Zhao Tianyi managed to repel those enemies. He led his team, killing all the way, and finally came to the front of those powerful people. In the face of these powerful people who were once high in the sky, but now they are panicking, Zhao Tianyi has no mercy and sympathy. He swung the sword in his hand and severed their heads, paying the price for their crimes.
After the battle, Zhao Tianyi stood on top of a ruin, watching those once-glorious palaces turn to ashes. There was no joy in his heart, only endless sadness and loneliness. He knew that while he had won the battle, he had lost even more. He lost his soul, lost the time he spent with his family, and lost the self he once was.
Just then, the youkai appeared in front of him again. It looked at Zhao Tianyi's empty and confused eyes, and said lightly: "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, you have completed my request." Now, you can go back to your family. ”
Zhao Tianyi didn't speak, he just looked at the monster silently. He knew that what the youkai said was true, but he didn't know if he would ever be able to go back to his old life. Will he still be able to get along with his family as he used to? Will he be able to get back to his former self?
The monster seemed to see through Zhao Tianyi's thoughts, it sighed softly, and said, "Zhao Tianyi, Zhao Tianyi, your choice has doomed your fate. You can't go back to your old life, but you can create a new future. Your family is still waiting for you to go back, and they need your protection. ”
A warm current surged in Zhao Tianyi's heart, and he knew that he couldn't give up. He still has his family, and those who trust him, and he can't let them down. He nodded and said to the youkai, "Thank you for reminding me, I will cherish my current life and protect my family." ”
The monster looked at Zhao Tianyi's determined eyes, nodded, and then turned into a puff of black smoke and disappeared into the air. Zhao Tianyi stood in place for a long time without moving, his heart was full of complicated emotions. He knew he had a long way to go, but he was ready.
He turned away from the ruins and walked in the direction of his home. He knew that his family must be waiting for him to return, and he must let them live happily ever after. His heart was full of hope and faith, and he believed that he would be able to create a better future.
In the following days, Zhao Tianyi led his team to guard his homeland. They fight against the bullies who do evil and protect the peace of the people. They help those in need and make them feel warmth and hope.
However, Zhao Tianyi also understands that his power is limited, and he can't protect everyone forever. He must teach people how to protect themselves and how to fight for justice and fairness. So he began to travel around, teaching martial arts and combat skills, and making those with potential become his disciples.
Thanks to his efforts, more and more people began to join his ranks. Together, they guard the land and resist the invasion of those evil forces. They have become heroes in the hearts of the people and the embodiment of justice.
However, Zhao Tianyi also knew that his power was always limited, and he could not protect this land forever. He must find a more durable and effective way to uphold justice and fairness. So he began to think about how to reform the imperial court and how to build a just, equitable, and strong state.
It was a long and difficult process, but Zhao Tianyi did not give up. He used his wisdom and courage to continue to explore and practice. He believes that as long as he has faith in his heart, as long as he keeps working hard, he will be able to realize his ideals.
In the end, Zhao Tianyi succeeded in reforming the imperial court and establishing a just, fair, and strong state. He became a hero in the hearts of the people and a symbol of the country. He proved with his actions that as long as he has faith and courage, he will be able to overcome all difficulties and realize his ideals.
However, Zhao Tianyi also knows that he still has a long way to go, and he still has a lot to do. He will continue to guard his family and the people, fighting for justice and fairness forever.