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As the lone survivor of his kingdom, Ning Que joins a martial arts academy and must fight to protect his beloved, who's prophesied to bring about chaos.
Dylan Wang
Ning Que
Ireine Song
Sang Sang
Sun Zujun
Long Qing
Cheng Taishen
Chen Mou
2020
After Sang Sang used her Heavenly Luminescence to take down Xia Hou, her chilling disease relapsed with greater intensity. To help her, Fu Zi recommends Ning Que take her to see Qi Shan, who is the only person who can save her. Hong Yu defeats the Grand Priest of Justice to take over his position. In search of Ning Que, Long Qing finally finds him and exacts his revenge.
A now more powerful and determined Long Qing crushes Ning Que, putting his journey to bring Sang Sang to Tile Mountain at risk. Xiling Shrine Leader, Chu Mo, sends Bao Shu from Heavenly Pillar Sect to use the Ghost Bell at Tile Mountain to definitively reveal Ning Que as the child of Hades. Ning Que crosses paths with Hong Yu and Mo Shan Shan.
Ning Que and Shan Shan reminisce about old times. Ning Que and Sang Sang reach Tile Mountain but need to play 3 chess games before they can see Qi Shan. As they are ready for the last chess game with Qi Shan, Bao Shu and Qu Ni arrive with the bell. Time is running out..
The cold disease has spread to Sang Sang's blood vessels and marrow, so Qi Shan is not able to heal her. Instead, he teaches her his cultivation so she can learn to control the cold energy. Qi Shan takes the Ghost Bell from Bao Shu, but when his disciple tries to bring it back to the Suspended Temple, Qu Ni interferes and steals it
Sang Sang and Ning Que attend the Ghost Festival. Qi Shan hurries to attend after finding out Qu Ni stole the Ghost Bell from his disciple. Though he tries his hardest to keep the Ghost Bell from ringing and pushing Ning Que and Sang Sang to leave, Bao Shu rings the bell and the child of Hades is revealed.
Qi Nian traps Ning Que and Sang Sang using a powerful talisman. Fu Zi sends Man Man and Jun Mo to help them, and Qi Shan also tries his best to protect them. Shan Shan is captured by General Luo of the Justice Department, who wants to execute her immediately. However, the High Priest of Revelation persuades the Shrine Leader that she must go through a trial first. Qu Ni airs her grievances to Emperor Li.
Qu Ni's antics push both the Emperor and Fu Zi to their limits. During her trial, Shan Shan refuses to admit guilt even when threatened. The Shrine leader puts her case under the Justice Department head, Hong Yu. After traveling with no set destination, Sang Sang finally wakes up and remembers her somber fate.
The punishment for Shan Shan is three strikes of the Justice Sword, which will definitely kill her. On the day of her punishment there are two people who step up and help her. Man Man continues his search for Ning Que and Sang Sang, who were rescued by Qi Shan and sent to the Suspended Temple in the chessboard. Long Qing heads for the Golden Horde, while Xiao Chao arrives at Tang capital.
Long Qing finds the usurper of the Golden Horde and reinstates Wu Zhu, the rightful princess of the tribe. A year later, an old man discovers Sang Sang is the daughter of Hades, attacking and severely injuring her. Ning Que releases his 13th arrow to top him and in so doing, alerts Qi Nian and Man Man to their whereabouts. It is a race to find them first...
Ning Que faces growing threats to Tang Country and the secret of Sang Sang's heritage. He must lead the Tang army as warlords encroach, protecting both the people and his beloved Sang Sang, whose identity is increasingly exposed. The episode sees Ning Que's commitment to both the people of Tang and his friend tested as he navigates the looming war and the dangers surrounding Sang Sang
Ning Que and his group face an ambush by forces sent by Tang's General Xia Hou, which they successfully defeat. Meanwhile, Hou returns to the capital, where he appears to be planning something, and the Adjudication Department attempts to eliminate the Guangming Faction. Longqing, the Son of Light, is tasked with finding the Gate of the Mo Sect, leaving his lover Lu Chenjia behind. Additionally, Tang's national advisor, Li Qingshan, begins to suspect something is amiss.
Sang Sang's identity as the reincarnation of Yong Ye is revealed, and Ning Que learns of her mysterious illness. This leads to Ning Que taking Sang Sang to a doctor, where he discovers the truth about her past and her connection to the prophecy of the eternal night. Evil forces are now drawn to Sang Sang, trying to exploit her power, forcing Ning Que to protect her and his people.
Ning Que and Sang Sang are on the run after a ruthless attack on the general's regime, fleeing to Du City. At the academy, Ning discovers that Sang Sang is the reincarnation of a prophesied being, and sinister forces attempt to seize her power, placing Ning in a defensive position to protect her. The episode highlights the dangers Sang Sang faces and the lengths Ning will go to shield her from those who seek to harm her.
Ning Que and Sang Sang are on the run from a ruthless attack on the general's regime, seeking refuge in Du City. While in Du City, they learn about Sang Sang's true identity as the reincarnation of a prophesied being, and they face threats from sinister forces trying to seize her power. As a result, Ning Que becomes her protector, ensuring she remains safe from harm. Additionally, the episode likely involves more complex political intrigue and escalating conflicts within the Tang kingdom, as warlords encroach on their lands and the threat of war looms.
a dark prophecy looms, with the world anticipating a catastrophic event when "Yong Ye" descends. Ning Que, known as Mr. Shi San from the Academy of the Supreme College and a guardian of the Tang Empire, journeys to the Ghost Festival to treat Sang Sang. His association with Sang Sang, who is revealed to be the carrier of Yong Ye's descent, makes her the target of those seeking to prevent the prophesied disaster. Ning Que and Sang Sang wander the world, struggling to protect her from those who want to harm her, while also supporting the Academy's efforts to defend against the impending threat. The episode continues Ning Que's quest to find and reunite with Sang Sang.
the rumor that Yong Ye's arrival will lead to catastrophic events is confirmed. Ning Que, a guardian of the Tang Empire, goes to the Ghost Festival to treat Sang Sang, who is discovered to be the carrier of Yong Ye's descent. Sang Sang becomes a target of pursuit, and Ning Que works to protect her, wandering the world to shield her from danger. The Academy of the Supreme College fights to defend their families, while Ning Que seeks to reunite with Sang Sang.
Ning Que and Sang Sang get married in a peaceful ceremony. A dark prophecy looms, and Ning vows to protect Tang Country and Sang Sang, whose true identity is a target. With war on the horizon, Ning faces enemies and must lead the Tang army while fighting to save everything he loves. The episode also shows Xiao Hou plotting something and the Adjudication Department trying to destroy the Guangming Faction.
Ning Que is determined to protect both his kingdom and his beloved Sang Sang, who is now a target due to her true identity. A dark prophecy looms, and with war approaching and enemies gathering, Ning Que must lead the Tang army while fighting to save everything he loves, according to Plex. Sang Sang is revealed to be the carrier of Yong Ye's descent, making her a target of pursuit. Ning Que ventures out to find her, and the Academy of the Supreme College struggles to defend their homes
with a dark prophecy looming, Ning Que vows to protect both the Tang Country and his beloved Sang Sang. Her true identity makes her a target, and with war on the horizon and enemies closing in, Ning Que must lead the Tang army while fighting to save everything he loves. Sang Sang's identity is discovered, and Ning Que does everything he can to protect her from the approaching calamity of eternal night, according to the legend.
The episode also reveals Li Zhong Yi, the King of Tang, discovers Xia Hou's plot to attack the northern border and imprisons him.
Ning Que and Sang Sang continue their journey of protecting Tang Country. The episode focuses on Ning Que's leadership as he prepares the Tang army for impending war as warlords encroach on their lands. Meanwhile, Sang Sang faces her own challenges, and the episode explores her identity and the increasing number of obstacles she faces, particularly in relation to her heritage.
Ning Que's focus is on protecting Sang Sang, who is revealed to be a prophesied being, from the forces trying to seize her power. War looms and enemies close in, forcing Ning Que to balance leading the Tang army with saving everything he loves, including Sang Sang. The episode likely involves Ning Que facing various challenges and making difficult decisions to protect Sang Sang and the kingdom.
Ning Que and Sang Sang's journey is fraught with danger as their identity is revealed and they become targets. The world believes Sang Sang is the harbinger of Yong Ye's descent, and they must protect her from those who seek to harm her. The Academy of the Supreme College fights to defend their homes
Ning Que grapples with the looming darkness and the prophecy of an eternal night, while also protecting his love, Sang Sang, whose true identity makes her a target. As war approaches and enemies close in, Ning Que leads the Tang army, striving to safeguard everything he holds dear. The episode also involves a planned ambush and the unraveling of secrets, with figures like Xia Hou and the Guangming Faction playing significant roles.
2018
General Ma of Wei City asks Ning Que to escort Princess Li’s maidservant, of the Tang Empire, back to the capital. Although Ning Que doesn’t want to, he relents because an experienced cultivator, Lu Qing Chen is part of her entourage. He figures out that Princess Li is pretending to be her maidservant, who is fleeing from being murdered by her late husband’s tribe
To protect Empress Xia Tian, General Xia Hou sets a trap for Princess Li, whose entourage is attacked on their way to the capital. Qing Chen is overpowered by someone in the Demon sect, so Ning Que helps kill the attacker, while Sang Sang protects the princess and her son. Qing Shan, State Preceptor, and General Xia perceive Ning Que as an unknown variable in the struggle for power
As they head to the capital, Ning Que finds out from Qing Chen that eleven of his seventeen acupuncture points are blocked, rendering him unable to cultivate. Despite, he asks Qing Chen to teach him the cultivation levels for his own knowledge. He keeps getting recurring dreams that haunt him about the sky becoming dark. The official for the department of transport is murdered.
Ning Que and Sang Sang visit Zeng Manor upon entering the capital. After 15 years, Ning Que reunites with his sworn brother, Zhuo Er. They both have sworn revenge upon General Xia, who killed both of their families when they were young. At the time, they also found Sang Sang as a baby, among the dead. Princess Li meets with her father, Emperor Li
Ning Que and Sang Sang set up a shop so they can sell Ning Que’s handwriting, but the landlord thinks they won’t be able to stay open for long. After a day of exploring, they see a dead Zhuo Er and look for clues as to the cause of his death. Their sleuthing leads them to Zhang Yi Qi, the transport bureau official, who was previously the Imperial Censor that framed General Lin and causing his death. Prince Long Qing continues his search for the son of Hades.
As Ning Que seeks out Zhang Yi Qi for revenge, Xiao Shu, leader of the Dragon gang catches him in action. Everyone goes after Xiao Shu who has significant control of revenue in the capital. Xiao Shu invites Ning Que to help him and though Ning Que agrees to help in exchange for some money, that is not the main reason he decides to assist him.
Reinforcements come to help Ning Que and Xiao Shu at the last minute. Unbeknownst to Grand Prince Li Pei Yan, Xiao Shu has a strong backer in the Imperial Court helping him. Battling together has forged a brotherly bond between Ning Que and Xiao Shu. Prince Long Qing sees the eternal night looming.
In recognition for helping Xiao Shu, Ning Que is promoted by General Xu as a secret imperial guard, called into action whenever asked of him. Xiao Shu decides to step down as the leader of the Dragon gang, upsetting the Emperor. Prince Long Qing escapes punishment from Luo Kedi, while Prince Chong Ming and He Ming Chi of Xiling Academy collude to take down the Emperor.
The examination begins for Tang Academy and Ning Que is off to a rolling start. The Emperor doesn’t attend so the target is shifted to another Imperial person. During the assassination attempt, Ning Que springs into action. He encounters Jun Mo and pleads with him to take him as his student disciple. He is then tasked by General Xu to figure out who is behind the assassination attempt.
Due to the failed assassination attempt, Prince Chong Ming looks for a way out. Prince Long Qing is framed for the murder of Priest Xuan Yi, his teacher. As they attempt to arrest him, Ye Hong Yu from the Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance, rescues him. Ning Que is miraculously admitted into Tang Academy.
Ning Que struggles studying on the second floor of the Old Books Building, but perseveres. He learns more about accessing the Two-Story Building and how to become Fu Zi’s personal disciple. Prince Long Qing and Hong Yu try to thwart Luo Kedi’s assassination attempt on Elder Lin Feng. On the way to Princess Li’s birthday banquet, Ning Que confronts Chen Zi Xian, General Lin’s most trusted aide.
Ning Que does not get a reasonable answer from Chen Zi Xian as to who is behind the killing of Lin Manor, except for a cryptic response “the child of Hades.” His new pen pal, Chen Pi Pi helps him unlock the secret of 2nd floor of Old Books Building. Hong Yu and Long Qing are promoted as the Department Head of Justice and Deputy Head, respectively, making them suspicious of the Justice Department.
Long Qing requests to be the Grand Priest of Light’s disciple, but he is rejected. His father believes he can be a student of Fu Zi of Tang Academy, so sets him up for the Two Story Building entrance exam. Ning Que checks out Yan Su Qing, the next lead in his investigation. He also learns more about his pen pal, whom he stumps with a mathematical question.
Su Qing reveals who was behind the plot to frame General Lin and murder his entire manor. He and Ning Que battle to the death. Shortly afterward, the vermillion bird awakens, signaling the Child of Hades is alive. Severely injured, Ning Que’s life hangs by a thread as Chen Pi Pi and Sang Sang scramble to try to save him.
Ning Que recovers with the help of Chen Pi Pi. General Xia becomes suspicious when three people involved with framing General Lin have all died. Rumors are spreading that Princess Li is the cause of the 6th little prince’s chronic illness, so Prince Hun Yuan decides to do something about it. Xiao Shu is severely injured, while Ning Que tries out some cultivation tricks.
The Emperor blames Princess Li and Prince Hun Yuan for poisoning the 6th Prince, but Princess Li thinks it’s a ruse concocted by Empress Xia to frame her. Prince Chong Ming is summoned back to the Yan Empire so that Long Qing can replace him and be a disciple of Fu Zi. He and Princess Li commiserate over their misfortunes, then decide to work together to achieve their goals.
To garner additional support, Princess Li reaches out to Grand Prince Pei Yan. The Emperor, befuddled by Ning Que’s calligraphy, continues his search for the unidentified calligrapher. Ning Que searches for his birth object and is surprised when he discovers what it is.
Chen Pi Pi tries to convince Ning Que to take the exam to be Fu Zi’s disciple, but Ning Que feels he’s not good enough. So Chen Pi Pi brings him to see Fu Zi’s 2nd disciple, Jun Mo, who inspires him. To make Prince Hun Yuan more disciplined, he enrolled in the military for training. The students of Tang Academy face off with Prince Long Qing.
Ning Que and Long Qing go after each other’s throats when Ning Que refuses to give Sang Sang to Long Qing. Ning Que embarrasses Long Qing, making him an enemy. Worried about not passing the exam, Ning Que turns to Cheng Pi Pi. Before heading back to Yan Empire, Chong Ming meets with Long Qing to bid farewell.
For the exam, the candidates are to travel up the mountain, where the first person to reach the mountaintop and retrieve the gourd from the tree will win. Things are not as simple as they seem when the candidates are suddenly beset with challenges throughout their climb. Yan Se’s and Qing Shan’s interest in Qing Nue is renewed when they hear stories of him cultivating when they had previously assessed that his acupoints were blocked, preventing cultivation.
Yan Se rushes to the two-story building exam, hoping he can get to Ning Que before the winner of the exam is decided. Meanwhile, State Preceptor Qing Shan informs the Emperor that Ning Que is the calligrapher he’s been searching for. Up in the mountain, Ning Que and Long Qing battle internal demons to find their way to the mountaintop.
Yan Se and Huan He argue over Ning Que’s fate. Though Tang Academy allows Ning Que to be a student of Yan Se after admittance into the Two Story Building, the ultimate decision resides with Ning Que. Having found the mystery calligrapher, the Emperor invites Ning Que to the palace to meet him. Long Qing ponders how he lost to Ning Que, while many begin to target Ning Que.
General Xia Hou and Wei Guang Ming both target Ning Que, and he suddenly goes missing. Sang Sang and Yan Se search for him while he's held captive. General Xia Hou learns that Ning Que was behind the murders of Su Qin, Chen Zi Xian, and Zhang Yi Qi. Worried Ning Que survived the Lin Manor massacre, he doubles down on ensuring he is killed so the truth can remain hidden.
Ning Que meets the other disciples of Fu Zi, except for Lee Man Man, who is out with Fu Zi. He receives the amber tablet, symbolizing the embodiment of Fu Zi and solidifying his status as a disciple. He gets his first talisman lesson from Yan Se, and his calligraphy has become a hot commodity in the capital.
Ning Que has difficulty juggling being a student of both Yan Se and Fu Zi. His brethren Fu Zi disciples are playfully giving him a hard time. Chong Ming returns to the Yan Empire, but his father discovers that his love for Princess Li clouds his judgement, putting their plan at risk. Long Qing becomes the Shrine Leader’s disciple. Princess Li spends more time with Sang Sang, while Ning Que keeps busy with this studies.
The Grand Priest of Light tells Long Qing he lost to Ning Que because of his fear of the Eternal Night, then he suddenly breaks out of prison to search for the Child of Hades. A tired Ning Que gets inspiration from Chen Pi Pi. The State Preceptor is worried Yan Se is pushing Ning Que too fast and too hard, to the point of breaking him. Ning Que begins learning the Awe-Inspiring Sword technique from Jun Mo.
While practicing the Awe-Inspiring Sword technique, Ning Que wreaks havoc with his disciple brethren. Given his low cultivation power, they decide to help him out. Due to Ning Que’s innate abilities suitable for talismans, Fu Zi allows him to spend more time with Yan Se to learn. Yan Se reveals to Ning Que that he was chosen to be the protector of the God Startled Formation, just as Yan Se was
Ning Que begins to look at Yan Se as the father he lost at a young age, and out of the blue while appreciating the rain, he writes his first talisman. As a result, his name appears in the Character Ri Scroll of the Heavenly Scrolls, quickly becoming the target of the Justice Department. As the Eternal Night spreads, barbarians from the wilderness begin moving out of the south and into the north, led by Tang of the Demon Sect.
Juan Da Jia’s old friend taught Jun Mo the Awe-Inspiring Sword technique and also happens to be Ning Que’s Little Junior Uncle Ke Haoran. Given Xiling is sending the Justice Department and various Southern Jin states to the wilderness to suppress the Demon Sect, the Emperor decides to send Ning Que to lead the Tang Academy students to the wilderness to practice.
Ning Que tells Sang Sang that she can’t accompany him to the wilderness, then asks Princess Li to take care of her while he’s away. Mo Shan Shan is enthralled with Ning Que’s Chicken Soup post and looks forward to meeting him in the wilderness, but her teacher reminds her she must find the Heavenly Scroll. Yan Se also tells Ning Que to retrieve the Heavenly Scroll and tells him the background story behind it
Remembering all the adventures they’ve had together, Sang Sang and Ning Que bid a tearful farewell as he goes off to the wilderness. Fu Zi and Lee Man Man continue their search for the Drunkard and the Butcher, who have survived the last Eternal Night a thousand years ago. Wei Guang Ming enters the Tang capital, while Ning Que meets Mo Shan Shan, though hides his identity from her.
To gain the support of Princess Li, He Ming Chi discloses that the Empress is meeting with the Third Elder of the barbarians. Ning Que, pretending to be Zhong Da Jun, helps Mo Shan Shan and then volunteers to guide her and her students in the deep wilderness to supply the Yan army with rations. Sang Sang meets an old, homeless man who asks her to be his student.
Wei Guang Ming keeps hounding Sang Sang to be his student and she informs him that she will get Ning Que’s advice before deciding. Mo Shan Shan and her group are attacked by Tang soldiers masquerading as bandits. Though she uses a talisman to ask for help from General Luo, Qu Ni convinces him not to interfere. Ning Que comes face to face with General Xia Hou’s right hand man, who took part in the Lin Manor massacre
Although Mo Shan Shan has expressed her admiration for Ning Que, he still hides his real identity from her and gives her advice on how to deal with the powerful leaders. Third Elder gives Hun Yuan a lesson after learning he’s been giving the 6th Prince diarrhea medicine. Mo Shan Shan and Chen Jia meet, while the Third Elder and the Empress face off.
Princess Li rushes to the palace to reveal the Empress is from the Demon Sect, but unbeknownst to her, her father already knows. The Third Elder sacrifices himself for the Empress and for the lives of the barbarians being slaughtered. Mo Shan Shan tries to get justice for the people killed in her group, but General Luo and Qu Ni hinder her efforts, forcing Ning Que to reveal his true identity.
After learning Ning Que’s true identity, Mo Shan Shan tries to evade him, but relents when he comes to apologize. There is a mutual attraction between them, so when they discover they have the same mission to retrieve the Heavenly Scroll, they decide to go together. Mo Shan Shan’s view of the barbarians is shattered when they befriend a family that is mercilessly killed by deacons from the Justice Department. Meanwhile, Sang Sang becomes Wei Guang Ming’s student of light.
Shan Shan and Ning Que encounter Long Qing and to stay alive, Ning Que makes a bet with Long Qing on who will reach the next level first. While Long Qing, nears reaching the next level, Ning Que discovers the hidden Main Gate of the Demon Sect. Soon after, his birth element allows him to reach the next level before Long Qing. Angered, Long Qing viciously ambushes Ning Que and Shan Shan.
Hong Yu seeks to kill Ning Que, but determines they must all work together to navigate the entrance and interior of the Main Gate of the Demon Sect. From a distance, General Xia Hou also hurries to the entrance upon seeing Ning Que break the formation hiding the Main Gate and hearing that Fu Zi may be more powerful than the Master of the Demon Sect, Xiao Tang declares she wants to be Fu Zi’s student
Although they were able to destroy Lian Sheng, they couldn’t find the Heavenly Scroll. Battered and injured, Ning Que, Shan Shan, and Hong Yu look for a way out of the gate. Yan Se is concerned that Guang Ming’s target is Ning Que after seeing him stay with Sang Sang. A fight between them is inevitable, pitting the master of Ning Que against the master of Sang Sang
Yan Se finally realizes that Sang Sang is a student of Guang Ming. He spends the day with Guang Ming for old times' sake, but they are unable to sway the beliefs each other possesses. They prepare for battle the next day, and Sang Sang is saddened that two good people are determined to fight each other. Pi Pi and Jun Mo attend the battle to help protect Sang Sang.
While battling, Yan Se and Guang Ming attain Dao by breaking through all five of the levels. To exit the Main Gate of the Demon Sect, Ning Que, Shan Shan, and Hong Yu rely on Tang Xiao Tang, who agrees to lead them out if Ning Que promises to help her become a student of the Tang Academy. With the help of Lee Man Man, Ning Que convinces Shan Shan to go to Tang Academy with them.
Fu Zi tracks down the Drunkard and the Butcher to ask them questions about the previous Eternal Night. Long Qing can’t reconcile that he is no longer the Child of Light and that his life now has no meaning without the ability to cultivate. Lee Man Man takes Ning Que and Shan Shan to meet with General Xia Hou, where he makes it clear that he should stop targeting his junior brother.
Long Qing wanders the world in his decrepit state, while Chen Jia continues to follow him in hopes that he will change his mind to be with her regardless of his new state. Ning Que’s demonic cultivation reaches a new high when he’s confronted by Lin Ling, but he struggles to accept his newfound power. Sang Sang is taken in for questioning by the Amy Ministry.
Princess Li asks the Emperor to Sang Sang but learns that Xiling will be coming to take Sang Sang to the Peach Mountains to inherit the Holy Seat of the Light as successor to Guang Ming. Despite Fu Zi’s rule that Tang Academy doesn’t get involved in court affairs, Chen Pi Pi comes to rescue Sang Sang. Princess Li invites Sang Sang to the banquet the Empress is hosting, where one of the official’s wives takes a keen interest in Sang Sang
Sang Sang’s mother and father urged her to go back with them instead of staying as a servant maid for Ning Que. Given she’s spent all of her years growing up with Ning Que, she doesn’t want to go with them. When Ning Que returns, Sang Sang sees Shan Shan and tries to avoid Ning Que. She brings him the pots of Yan Se and Guang Ming, but he is upset that the teacher she admires took part in the massacre of the Lin Manor.
At the Justice Department, the handkerchief from Mu You reminds Hong Yu of Ning Que. Ning Que spends his days giving Shan Shan tours of the capital, while Sang Sang wonders if it will be the three of them eating dinner henceforth. Guan Hai from the Heavenly Pillar Sect challenges Ning Que, who is anxious about not revealing his demonic cultivation. Sang Sang sees the affection between Ning Que and Shan Shan growing
Sang Sang believes Shan Shan is better than her in many ways, so she decides to live with her parents in Zeng Manor without telling Ning Que. Ning Que knows something is wrong when Sang Sang goes missing, so he desperately searches for her. They argue about Sang Sang coming back with him or staying at Zeng Manor. Fu Zi’s disciples are also split on who Ning Que should marry.
The disciples pick sides on who Ning Que should marry, but in the end, they agree it is his decision. Ning Que is again challenged to a duel, but this time, it is against Qu Ni’s son. The demon in Ning Que comes out, and the battle doesn’t end well, though it suddenly dawns on him that Sang Sang has been in his heart all along. He makes things clear with Shan Shan, then unexpectedly meets Fu Zi while drinking away his sorrows.
Sang Sang hears Ning Que is severely injured, so hurries home to care for him. Things seem to have gone back to normal between them as Shan Shan heads back to Grand River State. Xiling uses the death of Dao Shi to send Liu Yi Qing to challenge Ning Que. Fu Zi punishes Ning Que by locking him up at the Repenting Cliff to reflect on himself and not allowing him to leave until he has thought everything through
Unbeknownst to Ning Que, Fu Zi has locked him in the Repenting Cliff for his protection and safety. He learns that his junior Uncle was able to break through in 3 years, so Ning Que doubles down to make sure he also breaks through…at some point. Long Qing is once again inspired by his teacher, Chen Mou and learns from the beginning. The Grand Priest of Revelation and Li Xue head to Tang empire to bring Sang Sang back to Xiling.
Tang Xiao Tang not only makes a good impression on Chen Pi Pi, but she also becomes a student of Yu Lian. All of Ning Que’s brothers and sisters help him control the Awe-Inspiring Energy and pass the time in the Repenting Cliff. After 3 months, the Xiling envoy arrives to take Sang Sang. Ning Que springs into action and not only stops them but also conquers Liu Yi Qing
Chen Mou helps Long Qing recover his hope and faith in the light, allowing him to go to the Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance. After leaving the Repenting Cliffs, Ning Que is officially acknowledged by Fu Zi as his student, then sends him back to the Repenting Cliffs. Ning Que and Sang Sang meet with the Grand Priest of Revelation to discuss when Sang Sang goes to Xiling. Chao Xiao awakens in a remote village, while Liu Bao forsakes the Justice Department
Li Xue convinces Xia Hou to ascend to the next level by dying via a magical weapon and then taking the Heaven Channeling Ping. Long Qing enters the Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance, vowing to the climb to the top of cultivation. Hong Yu receives the Grand River Sword from Liu Bai, while Ning Que receives the formation eye pestle that Yan Se left him, which controls the God Startled Formation that protects the Tang Empire
The Empress tries to find out what is causing the feud between Ning Que and her brother, Xia Hou. Ning Que and Sang Sang go to great lengths to purchase Yanming Lake for their future planning. Long Qing is getting impatient with his weak cultivation and chances upon the Heavenly Channeling Pills. Hong Yu has regained her cultivation strength thanks to Liu Bai and teaches General Luo a lesson
Ning Que’s brothers and sisters help him prepare Yanming Lake for his showdown with General Xia. The sage that Long Qing encounters in a cave gives him ideas about making his own Heavenly Channeling Pill. General Xia meets with the Shrine Leader before heading back to the capital and is surprised by what is told to him. Ning Que meets General Xu Shi who warns him not to fight against General Xia
Chen Pi Pi likes Xiao Tang, but because she is a saintess of the Demon Sect, he knows it could never be possible between them. The Shrine leader implies that Hong Yu has been corrupted by Ning Que, prompting her older brother, Ye Qing, to go after him. Hong Yu arrives at Ning Que’s doorstep, asking him for accommodations. Xia Hou has arrived at the capital and is eagerly awaiting his battle with Ning Que.
Xia Hou invites Ning Que to a meal to try and provoke him, but Hong Yu tags along to keep him from making rash decisions. Hong Yu knows Ning Que is at a disadvantage so she lets him borrow Liu Bai’s sword to learn the Grand River Sword Force technique. Ye Qing enters the capital looking for Ning Que and Xia Hou. Chen Pi Pi meets with Ye Qing to explain why he left the Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance
Ning Que asks Hong Yu to teach Sang Sang, given she is the successor of the Grand Priest of Light. The sage in the cave decides to give Long Qing half of his cultivation, but Long Qing becomes greedy for power and takes it all. He also steals the Heavenly Channeling pill plus other items from the Monastery of Knowledge and Obeisance. The Grand Prince and the Emperor battle it out as the massacre 16 years ago comes to light
Grand Prince Li admits his crimes to the Emperor and asks to lose his royal status as punishment. General Xia Hou admits he killed the people of Lin Manor but righteously proclaims that his misdeeds in the past should not overshadow all of his achievements as a General over the years. Ning Que challenges General Xia Hou to a battle of life and death, but the Emperor tries to prevent this by decreeing General Xia Hou is guilty. All are shocked when Ning Que reveals his true identity and doesn't back down from his challenge.
Man Man and Jun Mo help Ning Que by making sure he gets a fair battle with Xia Hou. The battle is fierce and grueling, with Ning Que using all the tools and different abilities he has learned thus far. Alas, he is forced to use his birth object, but it comes with a great consequence. Meanwhile, cultivating alone in a cave, Long Qing announces his return.
