Welcome, reader. This guide is spoiler-free and designed to help you navigate the story's emotional weight, slow-burn mystery, and rich cultivation world without confusion or frustration.
--->What kind of story is this?
A Xianxia/Eastern fantasy epic with mystery, heartbreak, and betrayal.
Starts as a story of self-discovery, becomes a revelation of identity, and eventually a world-shaking reckoning.
Themes include: sacrifice, memory, misunderstood justice, and rebirth.
Who is the protagonist?
Lin Xue, a mysterious cultivator who awakens with fragmented memories and a deep connection to a forbidden past.She's strong, calm, and feared — but is she truly who she seems to be?
(Here's the catch: what seems like a "new journey" might just be the continuation of a buried legacy.)
--->What should I pay attention to?
Mirrors & reflections – They often don't reflect what's expected.
Names – Some characters refer to Lin Xue by names she doesn't recognize. And Name of our MC – You may notice the protagonist is sometimes called Lin Xue, and at other times Yue Lian. Pay close attention to when this shift happens
Relics & Flames – They respond to her alone, even when they shouldn't.
Side characters' reactions – Why do some bow to her, while others fear her?
--->How is the pacing?
Volume 1 (Ch. 1–20) is a slow-burn introduction, heavy on world-building, cultivation mechanics, and hidden emotional cues.
It gradually builds mystery — like a puzzle — with satisfying reveals starting in Volume 2.
--->What if I get confused?
That's normal and intentional early on. You're meant to wonder:
"Who was the Tyrant?"
"Is Lin Xue connected to Yue Lian?"
"Why do people fear her?"
These aren't plot holes — they're secrets you're meant to uncover.
--->Trust the process.
Everything in this novel is interconnected. If something feels off...it probably means you're on the right track.
Read closely. Let the silence speak.
--->Best advice:
Don't skim the emotional moments. Often, the truth is hidden not in dialogue, but in silence, dreams, and choices.