Beyond The Horizon of Deeds

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The oldest manuscripts in human history reveal that the heavens are not the abode of gods, but rather the realm of demigods, beings of great power but not omnipotence. Contrary to the popular belief that hell is a fiery place of eternal punishment, these ancient texts suggest it functions more like a cosmic rehabilitation center, where souls undergo necessary trials to redeem and purify themselves.

Earth, positioned delicately between these realms, offers a unique and precious opportunity for souls to learn, grow, and ultimately escape the relentless cycle of birth and death. This middle ground serves as a testing ground, a place where enlightenment and liberation can be achieved through virtuous living and spiritual awakening.

The concept of balance, akin to the principle of yin and yang, further illustrates the opposing natures of demons and deities. These forces differ vastly in every respect. Unlike the perspective found in much of Asia, where the source of yin and yang originated and where balance includes acknowledging the importance of both good and bad, the manuscripts suggest a different understanding.

They emphasize a balance that leans toward extreme goodness. For a soul to achieve spiritual power and ascend to a higher state, it must embody pure goodness. Conversely, a soul that succumbs to evil is not eternally damned but is sent to hell for rehabilitation. This perspective underscores a journey of continual improvement and purification, aiming for the ultimate attainment of virtue and enlightenment.

Thus, rebirth becomes a continuous process, offering countless opportunities for a soul to shape its future based on its present karma and the fruits of its past actions. Each life is a new chance for the soul to strive towards goodness, learn from past mistakes, and move closer to its ultimate goal of spiritual ascension.

Among the many species that have thrived through the trials of nature, dragons stand out as some of the oldest and most powerful. Within their kind, there exists a variety of forms, but none as fearsome as the death dragon. As its name suggests, this creature is driven by an insatiable thirst for blood.

Originally created by the gods to combat evil, the death dragon was eventually corrupted and turned against its creators. After a long and brutal series of battles, the gods cursed the dragon with an immortal human life—a fate meant to force it to grapple with karma. Unlike other creatures bound to the whims of nature, humans possess the unique ability to distinguish between the material and spiritual realms, making this punishment especially profound.

When he was born, Earth endured its first apocalyptic disasters as meteoroids rained down, marking the beginning of a life that would witness the unfolding of countless ages. Min Yoongi, a name he faintly remembered from the illustrious Min dynasty, was all that remained of his past identity.

His memories, however, were fleeting, slipping away like sand through his fingers. To piece together his past, he relied on diaries and photographs, tools that became indispensable with the advent of the camera. It wasn’t until the 21st century, with the aid of modern technology, that he made a startling discovery—he was, in fact, the death dragon himself.

As the truth dawned on him, he embarked on a relentless journey to reclaim his lost powers, enduring grueling training in the most isolated corners of the world. Once crowned as the prince of Joseon, he chose to conceal his true name, adopting countless aliases as he navigated through the endless generations of human existence.

This book unravels the enigmatic tale of his eternal life. His mortal parents had perished centuries ago, yet after a relentless search, he finally uncovered their ashes—a bittersweet reminder of his human origins. Among his many recollections, he had documented his first love in meticulous detail, though he could never recall her face.

His writings described her appearance, but the truth eluded him until he made a startling discovery: she wasn’t human, nor was she truly a woman. Yet, inexplicably, they had a child together. This revelation was just the beginning of a spiral into confusion and uncertainty.

As he delved deeper into his memories, strange inconsistencies began to surface. The more he searched for answers, the more questions arose. How could he, a being of such immense power, have been so completely deceived? What was the true nature of his first love, and what did their child represent in the grander scheme of things? These thoughts haunted him, driving him to the brink of madness as he wandered the world in search of clarity.

In the present time, he met Park Jimin on a ship illegally sailing to Vietnam. The encounter was serendipitous and charged with an inexplicable tension. Jimin was no ordinary man—he was born with a shining gold waist chain, an object that seemed to pulse with an ancient energy.

The moment Yoongi first laid eyes on Jimin, he felt something stir deep within him, emotions he hadn’t experienced in centuries. It was as though he had found a piece of himself that had been lost long ago. There was an undeniable connection, a sense that Jimin was not just another passerby but someone deeply intertwined with his past.

To meet was written in their fate, yet the encounter brought with it a haunting fear—what could be more terrifying than facing someone from the past in the fleeting moment of the present? It was a question that lingered in the air between them, heavy with the weight of unresolved emotions and unspoken truths. Were they taking a step closer to the answers they both sought, or were they drifting further into a maze of uncertainty? Which path would hurt less—embracing the connection that bound them across time, or distancing themselves from the inevitable pain of uncovering the truth? The choice loomed over them like a storm on the horizon, and neither could tell which direction would lead to solace, and which to despair.