Let There Be Night. Volume 1

An exciting Chinese novel in the genres of xianxia and wuxia. One of a hundred masterpieces of online literature, included in the repository of the Shanghai library. An ancient prophecy, a deadly journey, martial arts, and a struggle for power... – a twisted plot in the best traditions of Ancient China!
The prophecy states: "When the Eternal Night comes, the world will plunge into darkness! And only one man will be able to stop the demise of all living things…"
In the Great Tang Empire, few pay attention to the half-forgotten legend, but what will happen when enlightened sages notice the first signs of the impending darkness? And where to find the invincible warrior who can stand in the way of the Eternal Night?..
Meanwhile, in a modest garrison on the border of the empire, the young archer Ning Cuei agrees to become a guide for the fourth daughter of the emperor. Their journey to the capital is deadly dangerous, but only in this way will Ning Cuei be able to achieve his cherished goal – to enter the renowned Academy of Martial Arts. For he holds a secret in his heart that could change everything…
This edition will make an excellent gift for fans of Asian literature. "Let There Be Night" – the best internet novel of 2016, according to the Writers' Association of China. Its plot inspired two seasons of the eponymous drama, and a donghua is planned.