Summary
Born on July 15 to the Emperor and Empress of the prosperous kingdom of Xian Le, Xie Lian grew up as a beloved prince who wanted for nothing. Despite his privileged and somewhat spoiled upbringing, he possessed a unique personality that cared little for politics or wealth, instead focusing on his sincere desire to aid the common people. He began studying cultivation at the renowned Taoist Huang Ji Temple, where he also encountered Mu Qing, who was then working as an errand boy. It was Xie Lian’s recommendation that allowed Mu Qing the opportunity to learn cultivation, a bond that would later see Mu Qing become one of his generals. Even as royalty, Xie Lian remained kind and determined to help others regardless of how it might impact his own standing. By the time of his third ascension, Xie Lian is characterized by his gentle and down-to-earth nature. He treats everyone equally, disregarding social status as a measure of worth, and is always willing to offer help regardless of public opinion. While he does not care for his own reputation, he often finds himself in awkward or embarrassing situations that leave him unsure whether to laugh or cry. He is quick to forgive past grievances and does not hesitate to save those he has conflicted with, showing deep loyalty to those who are kind to him or considered his friends. Having witnessed the darkest aspects of both humanity and the gods, he still chooses to see the best in others. Although he can be mistaken about people’s true personalities, he tends to believe in their goodness even when circumstances suggest otherwise. His strategic intelligence allows him to remain calm and devise plans to defeat enemies in dire situations. However, despite his political savvy and ability to see through lies, he remains largely oblivious to romantic advances, becoming quite flustered when faced with Hua Cheng’s flirtatious gestures.
