Rebirth and Reincarnation 1st Arc
Reborn with a 21st-century mind in ancient Asia, Shen Mu navigates a world of martial arts, court intrigue, and family expectations. With the advantage of future knowledge, he's a child prodigy to his family, but his greatest challenge might be fitting his old soul into a new, demanding reality. Can he shape his destiny and perhaps even innovate a new literary genre in a land far removed from his past life? Unravel the mysteries of his new identity, master ancient disciplines, and leave your mark on history.
The first conscious thought was of warmth, a comforting light, then sudden darkness, followed by the shock of pain and the sound of his own screaming. Strong, unfamiliar hands enveloped him, and a soft cloth swaddled his tiny form. He desperately wanted to open his eyes, to understand, but a beautiful, melodic singing distracted him, lulling him back into a peaceful sleep.
Years later, now a seven-year-old boy named Shen Mu, he stretched after his martial arts lesson. Master Fa, his kung-fu teacher, called to him, informing him that the royal eunuch had arrived and his father, General Shen, requested his presence in the study. A familiar sigh escaped him. Another session of his father boasting about his 'genius' son.
