For centuries since its founding, the Mountain Country has been governed by the four great families—Zheng, Lin, Lu, and Luu—who have taken turns directing national policy.
Among them, the Zheng Family was the most powerful.
The influence of the four families was deeply entrenched in both the Imperial Court and the common populace.
On one hand, they scouted for exceptional talent from the lower classes; on the other, they expanded their influence within the Imperial Court.
This had been the way of things for hundreds of years.
The change came several decades ago.
Before then, the four great families of the Mountain Country had heard rumors of Cultivators in the world. Some with profound opportunities and extraordinary talent had even earned the favor of an Immortal Master and been taught an Immortal Technique.
