In a perilous world of gods, empires, and the untamed sea, Shi Yang, a young Tanka woman, is thrust into the heart of destiny after uncovering a powerful relic. Betrayed and adrift, she joins Zheng Yi’s infamous pirate fleet, battling imperial forces, sea dragons, and her own haunting past. As alliances shift and storms gather, Shi Yang must rise above the tides, torn between the power she craves and the humanity she risks losing. The Ascent is a thrilling tale of resilience and revenge.