Drag Through the Mud

In September, at Huishui's Turning Back Bay, a young man in black drifts downstream. When he wakes, he has forgotten everything about his past, retaining only profound, unfathomable martial arts skills.

Bound by a jade pendant promise made ten years ago, the frail young woman Su Ru journeys to Yunmeng Mountain in search of a healer, following a prophecy. A hijacking case stirs up turmoil across Huaibei and Sishui, bringing prestigious clans, escort agencies, Western Region blade masters, and Southern Border poisoners together for a sword trial.

The yellow sands bury the secrets of a fallen dynasty, and time binds the fate of old friends. He has severed his memories to enter the game; she waits, anchoring him with her soul. Thus begins a mutual redemption spanning ten years.