Across the Eight Desolations and Six Harmonies, through the Nine Netherworld's demonic miasma, where the aspirations of Qingyun Sect meet picturesque mountains and rivers... This is another masterpiece from Xiao Ding, the acclaimed author who captivated the Chinese novel market with his renowned xianxia work, Jade Dynasty. Journey Through the Savage Lands serves as a prequel, chronicling the perilous expedition of seven pivotal characters, including Wan Jianyi, to the Demon Sect's Holy Temple in a bygone era. Though its creation spanned over a decade and its release was significantly delayed, the novel is now complete, assuring readers that the author will not abandon this epic tale. Xiao Ding himself reflects on the long journey, feeling a sense of debt to these characters whose lives he finally brings to light: Wan Jianyi, Dao Xuan, Tian Buyi, Vermillion Bird, Shang Song, Su Ru, Shui Yue, Zeng Shuchang, Ghost King, and Azure Dragon. He admits to delaying their stories due to 'laziness' but poured immense care and passion into this work. He hopes that readers who have waited for years will find this beautiful story as captivating as he does.