Majestic Zhou, valiant Old Qin, vast Han, resplendent Tang! Here dwell the verses of Li Bai, the wild calligraphy of Zhang Xu, and the sword dance of Pei Min. Here are beauties who could topple empires like Yang Yuhuan, an emperor who loved his beauty more than his throne like Li Longji, the honey-tongued and treacherous Li Linfu, and the scheming An Lushan. Here, too, are clashing swords and armored steeds, blood spilled at palace gates, and the poignant entanglements of love and loyalty. This is the glorious Tang—an era where romance is laced with decadence, prosperity harbors hidden perils, and death gives birth to new beginnings. A cunning youth, Li Zhao, finds his soul transported into the Tang dynasty, reborn as a minor noble without rank, title, or patronage, dwelling in obscurity in a mountain village. Faced with a land of breathtaking beauty and boundless opportunity, what can he do? With sword in hand and strategy in mind, he quells rebellions, slays traitors, brings peace to the people, and reforms corrupt governance. Undaunted by blood on his hands or infamy in the annals of history, he forges his own path as a true hero of his age! Readers’ group for "Hero of the Glorious Tang": 790058417
"Records of Chang'an County" state: Zhongnan Mountain stretches across the southern part of Guanzhong, running west from Qinlong to east at Lantian, spanning more than eight hundred li. In ancient times, it was said that aside from the Taihang, no mountain surpassed Zhongnan in grandeur.
Not only is Zhongnan Mountain imposing and scenic, but it is also a renowned sanctuary for those seeking immortality. Throughout the dynasties, many recluses and eminent figures have withdrawn here, such as Zhang Liang, one of the Three Heroes of the early Han; the great poet Tao Yuanming; Sun Simiao, the King of Medicine; and Wang Wei, the Poet Buddha. For generations, the list is too long to count.
In recent times, Zhongnan Mountain has become a major tourist attraction. Every year, countless travelers are drawn by its reputation, coming to hike, seek hermits, or embark on daring wilderness adventures.
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In the fleeting glory of the prosperous age, beauty flickers at the tip of a pen,
Once, the Rainbow Dress and Feathered Gown graced the capital, lovers clasped hands in deep confession,
The drums of Yuanyang, the lifelong regret before Mawei Slope,
Still recall the moon of Qixi, years ago...
On the northern slopes of Zhongnan Mountain, in a remote and uninhabited primeval forest, a tall, handsome young man was strolling leisurely, softly singing an ancient-style song—"Ode to Tang Beauties."
He wore a standard 2007-issue camouflage uniform, brown combat mountaineering boots, and carried an oversized backpack filled