C49 Tang Emperor Sacrifice the Heavens

In the heart of Chang'an City, the Imperial Palace's walls soared dozens of feet higher than the city's own fortifications. Atop these immense barriers, lifelike five-clawed golden dragons appeared ready to burst forth and soar into the heavens.

Flanking the palace gates stood two colossal qilins, each a hundred feet tall, their presence exuding a majesty that left onlookers in awe