The rise of new cultivation techniques that embrace technology has led to the gradual decline of ancient, millennia-old cultivation arts. Wang Xuan, a prodigious young master of the old techniques, accidentally joins the mysterious organization Mi Lu. Through seizing treasured artifacts, battling new techniques, and confronting celestial beings in a series of thrilling and exhilarating adventures, he uncovers the profound secrets hidden within the ancient arts. To confront the impending great crisis, Wang Xuan dares to delve into the starry sky, pushing the limits of his own growth.
During the Wu Zhou period, Wu Zetian's imperial examination system severely hindered the interests of the traditional aristocrats. They were prepared to prevent Wu Zetian from ascending the throne. The protagonist Pei Kun came to the divine city Luoyang and got entangled in the "fox demon" case as a wanted man.