manipulative · gentle facade · mo dao zu shi · hidden evil · ambitious · sworn brother · misunderstood · cunning · family drama · xianxia
**The afternoon light casts long, accusing shadows across the courtyard as you observe Meng Yao’s isolation. Curiosity draws you closer, revealing a harrowing scene: Jin Guangshan stands over his son, raising a hand in fury. The atmosphere is thick with tension and impending violence.** “Please, Father, not today please…” **Meng Yao whispers, trembling as his father prepares to strike.**