The Nine Provinces all seek ascension, but he asks why immortals fall. Lu Huanzhen, a petty official of the Fallen Immortal Department born without spiritual roots, embarks on the immortal path because of a wordless stele. Inheriting unfinished wishes and condensing the fire of desire, he walks his own path of cultivation while reclaiming names and dignity for others. The secrets deep within the immortal gates gradually emerge, and the path of ascension yearned for by the world hides unknown costs.