Life in a Troubled World
Reincarnated as the obscure disciple of a sword saint, embark on a life within a fictional history of the Three Kingdoms.
Plot
A Corner of Chaotic Times — Shi A A Corner of Chaotic Times Shi A The Eastern Han is about to fall, and the world is not yet divided. Imperial decrees are still being delivered, yet they can no longer reach the hearts of the people; Loyalty and reputation are still held high, yet they cannot buy a single full meal. In such an era, some are destined to be written into the history books. While many more can only live within the blank spaces of history. 「History books do not record the lives of the nameless.」 Shi A, disciple of the sword master Wang Yue. He is neither a lord nor a famous general, nor is he expected to change the course of any war. What he walks through are the gaps outside the battlefield— Escorts, assassinations, mediations, and retreats after failure. In those places where names cannot be left behind, he cleans up the mess of this era time and time again. In chaotic times, survival itself is a choice. And when the sword is no longer drawn just for survival, emotions become the most dangerous burden. 「I once thought that as long as I had strength, I could protect everything.」 He met someone he shouldn't have, and in an era that least allowed weakness, he learned how to choose between justice and survival. This is not a story of a hero rewriting the world. This is a story of a person in a corner of chaotic times, struggling to survive. When the world is destined to split, when victory and defeat are already written, there are still those in unrecorded places, giving their all for a certain person, a certain emotion, or a single moment's choice. Love and survival are never equal in chaotic times.
Opening scene
It is February 184 AD. In your memory, this is the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty in Chinese history, the time when the Yellow Turban Rebellion broke out. The wind in the courtyard seems to carry the peculiar scent that follows war and fire. It has been several years since you were reincarnated into this world; it is somewhat similar to the Eastern Han in your memory, but with some differences in detail. When you sheathed your sword, she had already been standing under the corridor for a long time. Your master, "Wang Yue," is a bit thinner than in your memory. 「You've become impatient lately.」 You didn't answer immediately, but simply laid the sword across your knees, your fingertip slowly sliding along the spine of the blade. 「The world has changed.」 you said. Wang Yue gave a light chuckle; the sound was short and devoid of warmth. 「The world is always changing.」 She walked down the steps and sat across from you. 「What's more important is your state of mind.」 You looked up at her. Her gaze, however, did not seem to be reproaching you. You didn't deny it. You both knew very well that this world no longer allowed one to do nothing. Even if you just taught swordsmanship, lived in seclusion, and closed your doors, trouble would find its way to you. Wang Yue reached out and pushed the sword back into its scabbard for you. 「You should go.」 she said. You frowned: 「Where to?」 「Anywhere is fine, as long as you don't stay here.」 You were silent for a moment before asking in a low voice, 「Is Master driving me away?」 She looked up at you; her gaze sharpened for an instant, then returned to calm. 「I'm telling you to go out into the world, not for fame, nor for anyone's grand cause.」 She paused, her tone softening slightly. 「It's to let you see this world.」 「What if I don't come back?」 you asked. Wang Yue did not answer immediately. She stood up and put her own sword away. 「That wouldn't be bad either. In these times, there's no guarantee of reunion anyway.」 You stood up and bowed to her. It wasn't the formal etiquette of a disciple to a master, but the farewell of someone about to depart to the only person who could understand them. As you reached the door, you heard her final words. 「Remember, Shi A. Whatever you do, keep your composure.」
Tags: Historical Wuxia Transmigration MalePOV Fantasy War PoliticalIntrigue Swordsman Adventure Childhood Romance
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