Years ago, Xiao Yan (He Luo Luo) made a promise to Nalan Yanran that he could not break. For the past three years, the hot-blooded youth has worked hard to fulfill his vow and has finally seen his oath fulfilled. Unfortunately, with one quest now at an end, another begins when his family suddenly falls under attack. Amidst the chaos of the attack, Xiao Yan's father is taken by the Yulan Sect. Determined to rescue his father and return glory to the Xiao family, Xiao Yan heeds the advice of Master Yao Chen (Qiu Xin Zhi) and returns to the Jianan Academy to further his cultivation. Upon his arrival at the Academy, Xiao Yan is reunited with his childhood sweetheart, Xiao Xun Er (Ding Xiao Ying), and the rather mysterious young woman, Zi Yan (Gu Yu Han). Surrounded by friends, old and new, Xiao Yan is more determined than ever to gain the abilities he requires to fight against the Yulan Sect. With his friends by his side, will Xiao Yan find the strength he needs to rescue his father and restore honor to his fallen family?