When people speak of history, they always call us the most tragic of the in-between generations.

The Eternal Flame Grand Laws have already faded away, while no new Grand Law has yet been kindled. Forget the legendary Fire Cat Age. Even the banner of the Eternal Flame has yet to be raised again. I grew up listening to tales of the Temple of Eternal Flame's glory, yet I have spent my entire life living in darkness.

In times like these, countless sects lose their faith, their ideals, and eventually everything else. Many people have left. I do not blame them. When a person can no longer see their ideals, losing their way is inevitable. A Grand Law is more than a source of power. It is our destination. Only when a person knows where they wish to go will the world make way for them.

Will a new flame ever truly be lit? Will anyone continue pursuing the glory of the Fire Cat Age? Wouldn't we be better off joining another sect and placing our faith in a different Grand Law?

When people asked me those questions, I gave no answer. Nor did I try to stop them from seeking a better life. After all, nobody can say what the future holds. Perhaps the Eternal Flame will be extinguished forever in our generation, and no one will remember the greatness of the Fire Cat Age again.

Their choice to give up was perfectly understandable.

When other sects...