Long Songs of the Ember Night: Bonds Forged in the Flames of War

Set in Yunzhou City, where warlords clash, the story follows the adventures and struggles of Jiang Jinye, Shen Changge, Su Li, and others. When Jiang Jinye first arrives in Yunzhou, he witnesses Bai Xiao's brutality. He and Shen Changge begin as adversaries, but soon join forces to fight the evil forces led by Bai Xiao. Meanwhile, Liu Sanniang claims to be helping with disaster relief while actually selling orphans. Su Li exposes her through song. To gain Bai Xiao's trust, Jiang Jinye cuts off one of his own fingers and allies himself with him.

Later, Green Snake appears and threatens Jiang Jinye with Shen Changge's life. Su Li reads Green Snake's memories and exposes the truth: he was brainwashed by Mr. Shadow. As their investigation deepens, they uncover the church's crimes. Father Aaron has colluded with Japan's Unit 731, and Jiang Jinye executes him in public.

In the end, Mr. Shadow turns out to be Jiang Jinye's father, and the massacre of his family was staged by his own father. To stop the Blood Moon Banquet, Jiang Jinye blows up the armory. Shen Changge dies in Su Li's place. The story ends on an open note, with Su Li disappearing while clutching a secret manuscript, and Jiang Jinye hearing a baby cry amid the ruins.