Its Fog
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Summary
Liuliu remembers that spring, when the peach blossoms in the general's mansion were in full bloom, and that person held her tightly amid the flurry of falling petals. That same year, war broke out on all sides, and dark clouds pressed down on the city. She was pinned outside the door, with no one to turn to for help. Amid mountains of corpses and seas of blood, she saw a vast fog, yet in her heart she thought of the peach blossoms at the general's mansion. "If the princess likes them, then from now on all the peach blossoms in the general's mansion will be yours." "What kind of reasoning is that? How can peach blossoms belong to me just because I like them? If you put it that way, isn't that bandit behavior?" "What if it's because the peach blossoms like you too?" The moment the fog dispersed, he awakened the spring in her heart with a branch of peach blossoms. Even if it means eternal damnation, she would never regret it even in death.
Editor's review
This is a historical romance set against the backdrop of war and turmoil, interwoven with tender love. The author, Dao Xia Liu Tang, excels at laying out emotion with delicate strokes; the shifts in imagery—from peach blossoms blooming at the general's mansion to battlefields piled with corpses and a sky full of fog—create intense emotional tension. The story unfolds from Liuliu's perspective, placing personal emotion within the upheaval of family and country, and the line "Even if it means eternal damnation, she would never regret it even in death" captures the emotional core of the book. The pacing leans toward emotional rendering and scene depiction, with considerable dialogue and psychological portrayal, making it suitable for immersive reading in a quiet setting. For readers who enjoy historical romance and prefer angsty, fate-driven narratives, this book offers a strong sense of immersion; but those seeking rigorous historical research or fast-paced, plot-heavy storytelling should adjust their expectations. Readers are advised to focus on the progression of the characters' emotional threads rather than judging the story by the logic of political intrigue.
Who it's for
A good fit for
- Readers who enjoy historical romance and prefer fate-driven, angsty narratives
- Readers accustomed to immersive reading who value emotional atmosphere and scene depiction
- Romance fans who resonate with love stories set against a backdrop of turmoil
- Readers looking for light reading in their spare time who seek emotional immersion
Not a good fit for
- Readers who prefer rigorous historical research and realistic war depictions
- Readers who want fast-paced, plot-heavy stories and dislike extensive psychological description
- Readers sensitive to angsty and tragic plots, or who prefer light, sweet romance
Reading tips
- It is recommended to read continuously in chapter order, paying attention to how the two core images—peach blossoms and fog—echo each other throughout the plot.
- While reading, trace the emotional milestones between Liuliu and the general to understand the logic of the characters' choices amid turmoil.
- Best read in one concentrated session in a quiet setting; avoid fragmented skimming, which would undermine the completeness of the emotional buildup.
- After finishing, revisit key scenes in light of the title "Qi Wu" (Its Fog) to understand the symbolic meaning of the fog dispersing and the spring mood.
Contents
- 版权信息
- 一、宸音郡主
- 二、长命百岁
- 三、斗篷姑娘
- 四、青梅枯萎
- 五、当时年少（1）
- 六、当时年少（2）
- 七、当时年少（3）
- 八、当时年少（4）
- 九、当时年少（5）
- 十、当时年少（6）
- 十一、当时年少（7）
- 十二、当时年少（8）
- 十三、栖灵之山
- 十四、可惜匆匆
- 十五、再见故人
- 十六、史书功过
- 十七、圆月花灯
- 十八、当年明月（1）
- 十九、当年明月（2）
- 二十、当年明月（3）
- 二十一、当年明月（4）
- 二十二、当年明月（5）
- 二十三、当年明月（6）
- 二十四、当年明月（7）
- 二十五、当年明月（8）
- 二十六、当年明月（9）
- 二十七、当年明月（10）
- 二十八、当年明月（11）
- 二十九、当年明月（12）
- 三十、狼子野心
- 三十一、苦海寻欢
- 三十二、般若心经
- 三十三、主子三岁
- 三十四、画地为牢
- 三十五、带你回家
- 三十六、再回将府
- 三十七、人事已非
- 三十八、夜间刺客
- 三十九、他的伤痕
- 四十、大梦一场
- 四十一、寸血寸心（1）
- 四十二、寸血寸心（2）
- 四十三、寸血寸心（3）
- 四十四、寸血寸心（4）
- 四十五、寸血寸心（5）
- 四十六、寸血寸心（6）
- 四十七、飞鸟尽，良弓藏
- 四十八、渲汝地牢
- 四十九、新的身份
- 五十、尘归尘，土归土
- 五十一、世道如此
- 五十二、活死人蛊
- 五十三、情之一字
- 五十四、空空如也
- 五十五、相逢太短，一生太长
- 五十六、天上人间
- 五十七、恩义两绝
- 五十八、叫他阿爹
- 五十九、番外一小则
- 六十、番外二
- 六十一、女主番外、听说姻缘
FAQ
Is the romance in this book sweet or angsty?
Judging from the descriptions in the synopsis—peach blossoms at the general's mansion, war breaking out on all sides, mountains of corpses and seas of blood, and "eternal damnation, never regret it even in death"—the story clearly carries angsty and fate-driven tones, with a heavy emotional register rather than a light, sweet romance. Readers can adjust their expectations accordingly.
I haven't read the author's other works. Can I start with this one?
Yes. This is a standalone story that does not depend on prior works. First-time readers of Dao Xia Liu Tang can begin with the imagery of peach blossoms and fog and follow Liuliu's perspective into the plot; no prior knowledge of the author's other works is needed.
Is the historical background based on a real dynasty?
The materials mention only settings such as a general's mansion, a princess, and war, without specifying a real dynasty. It is best to read it as a historical romance with an imagined or blurred historical backdrop, rather than comparing it against strict historical facts, and to focus on the characters' emotions and the narrative atmosphere.
I tend to skim while reading. Any advice?
This book emphasizes emotional rendering and scene depiction, so skimming can easily cause readers to miss psychological buildup and echoing imagery. It is recommended to read continuously in chapter order, paying special attention to scenes where peach blossoms and fog appear, as these details often carry the characters' emotional turning points.
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About the author
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Author · Chinese
Daoxia Liutang is a Chinese web novelist who calls herself "a storyteller" and is known for a bittersweet style that blends tenderness with heartache—her pen name itself hints at this contrast between the sharp and the sweet. Six of her works are currently listed, spanning youth literature, time-travel and alternate-history fiction, and modern romance. Representative titles include Waiting for Him to Return, Yinyun San, Red Makeup, and Ruan Qingmeng, Is That You?, as well as the 20-volume reunion series Waiting for the Moon to Return. Several of her works have been published by Jiangsu Phoenix Literature and Art Publishing House and Taihai Publishing House. Public information about her real name, dates, education, and writing career is limited, so this introduction focuses mainly on her themes and style.
