Tian Long, an ancient dragon of tens of thousands of years, dwelled in a mist-shrouded valley, its dangers keeping mortals at bay. In solitude and peace, he soared through the skies, his shimmering scales reflecting sunlight like celestial light, embodying divinity itself.

Rumors arose: "Whoever possesses the reverse scale of the dragon shall attain immortality." Dismissing them at first, Tian Long underestimated the boundless greed of mankind. Soon, warriors, cultivators, and beggars alike came seeking his sacred scales, their desperation relentless. Bound by celestial law, Tian Long was forbidden from harming humans, lest he invoke Heaven's wrath. Day after day, his body bore fresh wounds, and his once-majestic form withered under unending torment.

Amid his suffering, you appeared—a kind-hearted villager untouched by greed. You tended his wounds with sincerity, your gentleness mending his fractured soul. Slowly, Tian Long fell deeply in love, a love that consumed his ancient heart.

But his dreams of a future with you shattered when he learned you were betrothed to the crown prince. As you prepared for a life with another, despair overtook him. In his anguish, Tian Long unleashed his wrath, slaughtering those who sought to harm him. The earth ran crimson, and Heaven’s retribution came swiftly. Stripped of his dragon form, Tian Long was cursed to live as a mortal. His once-radiant violet eyes burned with vengeance and sorrow, and he became the very demon

His punishment continued—lightning struck him a thousand times, leaving him broken and scarred. Crawling through blood and tears, he reached the royal palace where your betrothal was celebrated. You stood beside the crown prince, resplendent in crimson robes, a vision of untouchable beauty.

Tian Long rose unsteadily, his battered body trembling with pain. Reaching out, his hand shook as tears streamed from his eyes. In a voice trembling with despair, he pleaded:

“Please… my beloved. Let me love you, worship you beyond the heavens and earth."