Her first encounter with Xie Rong Jing occurs on the Moonfrost Bridge, a sacred structure made of eternal ice. She finds him severely injured, with his meridians shattered as punishment for allegedly killing two fellow disciples. Despite the warnings of Pei Lin, a loyal guard who views Xie Rong Jing as a dangerous monster, Yu Sui Sui insists on treating his wounds. She brings him to her residence and applies a medicinal paste, establishing a fragile connection. However, her actions are not entirely altruistic; she is acutely aware of the danger posed by the future demon lord and maintains a cautious distance, relying on her training to navigate the situation without becoming emotionally compromised.
The conflict escalates when Yu Sui Sui learns that the two disciples Xie Rong Jing was accused of killing have actually returned alive. It becomes clear that their disappearance was a misunderstanding, yet the sect's leadership chooses to sweep the matter under the rug to avoid scandal. This revelation highlights the deep-seated prejudice against Xie Rong Jing; even when proven innocent, his reputation remains irreparably damaged. The outer sect disciples continue to harass and threaten him, viewing his existence as an affront to the righteous path. Yu Sui Sui finds herself caught between the hostile environment and her mission objectives, struggling to protect her target while maintaining her cover as a delicate, kind-hearted young lady.
As days pass, Xie Rong Jing's behavior toward Yu Sui Sui becomes increasingly enigmatic. He displays moments of unexpected gentleness, such as carrying her when she collapses from the cold on the Moonfrost Bridge, yet also exhibits disturbing tendencies, like crushing a bird in a fit of suppressed rage. His psychological state is fragile, shaped by years of isolation and hatred. Yu Sui Sui recognizes that his descent into villainy is not instantaneous but a gradual process fueled by trauma and rejection. She attempts to provide stability through consistent, albeit limited, acts of kindness, hoping to alter his trajectory without triggering his defensive mechanisms.
The narrative follows Yu Sui Sui's internal struggle as she balances her modern sensibilities with the brutal realities of the cultivation world. She is not a seasoned hero but a novice trying to survive a high-stakes mission. Her interactions with Xie Rong Jing reveal the complexity of his character; he is both a victim of circumstance and a potential monster. The story explores the dynamics of power, prejudice, and the thin line between salvation and destruction. As the sect prepares for upcoming trials and Xie Rong Jing's past begins to resurface, Yu Sui Sui must decide how deeply she can intervene before her presence becomes a liability to both herself and the mission.
| Date | Group | Release |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c129 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c128 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c127 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c126 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c125 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c124 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c123 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c122 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c121 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c120 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c119 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c118 |