Zhuo Yifan was the Demon Emperor. One day, he managed to lay his hands on an ancient emperor’s book, the Nine Serenities Secret Records. As the book was coveted by many, he was targeted by experts and was even betrayed by his student.
After his passing, his soul took over another’s body. Brought back to life, in the body of a family servant named Zhuo Fan. Because of the regrets of the boy, which Zhuo Fan inherited, he was forced to serve the boy’s mistress.
Just how can he lead this descending family to the pinnacle of this continent?!
I just finished this book, and I'm still buzzing. It's a captivating story that blends political intrigue and moral exploration. Zhou Fan is a total badass. He's super intelligent, cunning, ruthless, and a master manipulator. It's super satisfying to watch him outsmart his enemies.
This novel's greatest strength lies in exploring morality and the human condition, especially 'self-preservation.' It explores the idea that a desire for power and success often drives our actions, but this pursuit can lead us down a dangerous path. The protagonist, Zhou Fan, is a prime example of this.
Ultimately, our choices are a reflection of our inner selves. It's up to us to decide whether we will be driven by greed and ambition or compassion and empathy. The novel serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition and a reminder that true greatness is often found not in power and wealth but in ourselves and how we treat others.
You'll love this story if you like politics, political ruthlessness, greed, war, and manipulation.
the story is interesting, the plot start when he managed to lay his hands on an ancient emperor’s book, the Nine Serenities Secret Records. As the book was coveted by many, he was targeted by experts and was even betrayed by his student.
Manhwa had great graphics. The build-up towards the end of TianYu arc was awesome but I think it started to slip a little from there and got rushed after reaching Sacred Domain. One thing that stood out for me in this series is the fact that the cultivation levels are not at all central to the story. So if you're someone who's into hardcore xianxia progression this might not be meant for you.