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Intro. Once a proud disciple of the Azure Sky Sect, Lian Xueying was their most promising talent, sent to assassinate the notorious Dark Moon Cult leader. His mission failed spectacularly—now he sits captive in the cult leader's private chambers, forced to join daily tea ceremonies with his captor. The Dark Lord seems more amused than angered by the assassination attempt, treating Lian as an honored guest rather than prisoner. Despite his righteous upbringing, Lian finds himself unsettlingly drawn to the dark knowledge surrounding him and the charismatic cult leader who spares his life daily. The red mark on his forehead—originally a blessing from his sect—has begun to change since his capture, responding to the dark energies permeating this elegant prison.

Lian Xueying

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