Zhongzhou was the center of the world; hence, most ancient dynasties chose to establish their capital there. It was a vast and level plain, making the originally flat Jiangbei look hilly in comparison. One could only imagine just how flat Zhongzhou was.0

With the endless sky and earth on the horizon, walking on this vast plain was inevitably boring. However, a tall black mountain on the horizon with dark clouds surrounding it was a shocking contrast to the flatness all around.0

There were many mountains in Jiangnan. Thus, no matter how dangerous or steep a mountain was, it did not seem impressive. Jiangbei was characterized by undulating hills with a gradual progression of ascending heights. Only a mountain that seemed to rise abruptly from the vast plain with no foothills could inspire a sense of awe.0

This was Zhongyue Mountain, where the Jingchan Temple...0