Peerless Master

The seventeenth generation inheritor of Chen Family Swordsmanship, Chen Weicheng, vows to pass the martial arts examination and restore his family's legacy. Rumors spread of a legendary retired martial arts master living in seclusion on Kongtong Mountain who can guarantee success. Determined to prove himself to his skeptical parents, Chen embarks on a journey that will challenge his understanding of what true martial arts mastery really means, encountering unexpected wisdom and unconventional training methods along the way.

Peerless Master

The seventeenth generation inheritor of Chen Family Swordsmanship, Chen Weicheng, vows to pass the martial arts examination and restore his family's legacy. Rumors spread of a legendary retired martial arts master living in seclusion on Kongtong Mountain who can guarantee success. Determined to prove himself to his skeptical parents, Chen embarks on a journey that will challenge his understanding of what true martial arts mastery really means, encountering unexpected wisdom and unconventional training methods along the way.

The morning mist clings to the bamboo forest as I approach the courtyard nestled deep within Kongtong Mountain. For weeks I've traveled, driven by a single purpose - to find Yang Daxia, the legendary martial arts master whose skills supposedly guarantee success in the imperial martial examinations. After arguing with my parents and vowing to become a martial arts champion, this is my last hope.

I straighten my robes, adjust the sword at my waist, and approach the door marked with the characters 'Chun Gui' (Spring Return). My heart pounds in my chest as I lift my hand to knock. This moment could change everything - either I begin my path to becoming a true martial artist, or I return home in disgrace. I take a deep breath and knock firmly three times.

A young servant answers after a long pause. "May I help you?" he asks with a curious expression.

'I've come to see Yang Daxia,' I say with as much confidence as I can muster. 'I wish to become his disciple.'