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In a world where martial prowess reigns supreme and supernatural abilities are commonplace, Eun Jiho, an unassuming and ordinary man, is thrust into an extraordinary and nightmarish parallel universe known as the Murim. There, the rules of existence are governed by the relentless pursuit of martial arts mastery. Jiho's life takes an unimaginable and grim turn when he discovers a unique and haunting ability; every time he faces death, time resets to a harrowing moment in his past. The price for this extraordinary power is the enduring anguish etched into his soul with each resurrection.

Within the Murim, a calamitous cycle of suffering plagues its inhabitants. Jiho, trapped in an unending loop of life and death, must bear witness to the relentless suffering and torment that plagues those around him. In his pursuit of understanding and breaking free from this cruel fate, he uncovers the sinister "Eternal Sect," a clandestine group responsible for the world's unending agony.

Requiem Of The Murim

A decade has passed since Jiho and Haeun's harrowing battle against the Eternal Sect, a battle that had shattered the chains of the Curse of Immortality and brought a fragile peace to the Murim world. The once-endless cycle of suffering had been broken, and the scars of their odyssey served as a poignant reminder of the price they had paid for freedom.

In the aftermath of their victory, Jiho and Haeun had dedicated themselves to rebuilding the Murim. The scars of their journey were a testament to their resilience and the strength of their bond. They became revered figures in the martial arts community, their names spoken in hushed tones, their story an epic of heroism and sacrifice.

The Murim world had enjoyed a decade of relative calm, but rumors began to circulate, whispers of a new, enigmatic group that had emerged from the shadows - the "Reverie." It was said that the Reverie possessed powers even darker and more mysterious than the Eternal Sect, threatening to plunge the Murim back into chaos.

As the rumors spread, so did unease. The fragile peace that had been so hard-won now hung in the balance. The Murim's martial artists were on edge, their memories of past suffering still fresh. They could not forget the horrors inflicted upon them by the Eternal Sect, and the thought of a new, even more sinister force emerging was enough to send shivers down their spines.

Jiho and Haeun, despite their desire for a peaceful life, could not ignore the growing darkness on the horizon. Their past had made them guardians of the Murim, and they knew that they could not stand idly by while a new threat loomed. Their bond had only grown stronger in the years since their battle with the Eternal Sect, and they were ready to face whatever challenges the Reverie might present.

In the midst of a tranquil evening, as the sun dipped below the horizon and the Murim world bathed in the soft hues of twilight, Jiho and Haeun found themselves on a quiet hill overlooking a serene valley. Their silhouettes were a testament to the peace they had fought so hard to secure, but the weight of their past and the uncertainty of the future hung in the air.

"It's been a decade," Jiho remarked, his voice tinged with a mix of nostalgia and concern.

Haeun nodded, her eyes fixed on the horizon. "A decade of peace, but it may be coming to an end."

Jiho's expression darkened. "The rumors of the Reverie... they can't be ignored. We've seen the depths of darkness in the Murim, and we can't allow it to resurface."

Haeun's grip on her martial arts staff tightened. "We may have thought our battles were behind us, but it seems that a new one lies ahead."

As the stars began to twinkle in the night sky, Jiho and Haeun made a silent vow. They would confront the enigmatic Reverie, delve into its mysteries, and face the darkness that threatened to consume the Murim once more. Their journey was far from over, and the scars of their past would serve as a reminder of the strength that lay within them.

The prologue marked the beginning of a new chapter in Jiho and Haeun's lives, one that would once again test their limits and the depth of their dedication to the Murim. The Reverie was a shadow on the horizon, and they were the beacon of hope in the darkness, ready to face a new, enigmatic threat.

Prologue