In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, a cataclysmic change is imminent. In the fifth year of Tianbao, he opens his eyes and sees the glorious and powerful Tang Dynasty, with renowned generals, vast territories, capable ministers, abundant granaries, brilliant poetry and literature, and beautiful women. He also sees the court intoxicated with luxury, power struggles, a shaky empire, deep-seated problems, and rebellions. As the drums of war sound from Youzhou, he is determined to preserve the splendor of the Tang Dynasty. [The author's previous work, "End of Song," has 30,000 average subscriptions and is completed.]