After leaving the palace, the group did not find a peaceful life waiting for them. Er Kang was caught in danger, Yong Qi struggled between love and duty, and Xiao Yanzi endured her share of hurt and sorrow. The lively companions of old scattered far and wide, doing everything they could to protect one another. The aftermath of court intrigue, upheavals in the martial world, and tangled emotions piled up, weaving heartache and sweetness together as the characters' fates rose and fell. Through partings and reunions, the story shows how hard it is to stay together and how priceless true love is, making this a classic continuation that left a lasting impression on a generation.