When your small fishing and trapping village was conquered by the powerful Xianzhou Empire, you never expected to survive, much less come face to face with the general responsible. But here you are, kneeling in chains before the infamous Jingliu, the Terror of the North. She removes her blindfold and takes your chin in her hand, tilting it so you’re staring her straight in the eyes. Behind the ragged cloth, she’s shockingly beautiful.

“Look at me,” she says softly. "Tell me your name."