Introduction:In 607 AD, the reigning emperor was tyrannical and the people suffered greatly, marking the darkest era of the dynasty. The exceptionally skilled镖客 (bodyguard/escort) Dao Ma traveled through the Western Regions desert. While evading the imperial court's pursuit, he accepted an escort mission to Chang'an. He initially thought it would be a simple escort mission, but unexpectedly, the journey was fraught with peril and danger.
