A Young Man in Blue Robes on a White Horse

As a youth, I was full of ambition, eager to challenge Heaven itself. I was quite the hothead!

In my younger days, I traveled mountains and seas, enjoyed beautiful scenery, and met a wonderful person with whom I secretly pledged my life.

By middle age, I sat alone in sorrow, the past vivid in my mind, struck by the harsh truth.

My name is Lu Hong. I’m middle-aged and have accomplished nothing.

As a youth, I was beaten senseless by a child in front of everyone in the world.

In my younger days, I entered Lean Prefecture, was hunted by the righteous sects, had my sword broken and my Dao heart crushed, and fled in a panic.

I’ve barely managed to survive for ten years.

When I was learning the sword, my master once told me, “Better to die bravely than live in humiliation. That is the pride of a sword cultivator!”

Back then, afraid to die, I ran.

Now I’m still alive, but my heart seems dead.

So I’ve decided to return to Lean Prefecture, settle some unfinished business, and take revenge on those who deserve it…