In Chang’an, a stolen imperial jade seal leads to the downfall of Lin Yuan, a once-renowned swordmaster and Shen Yan’s closest friend. Branded a traitor and vanished without a trace, Lin’s fate remains a mystery—until Shen Yan, a dedicated officer of the Court of Judicial Review, embarks on a relentless quest for the truth.
Amidst a web of deception and betrayal, Shen uncovers a tragic sacrifice: Lin died protecting the empire, not betraying it. As justice is restored, the weight of loss lingers.
Beneath the lantern-lit sky of Chang’an, Shen raises a final cup of osmanthus wine, mourning the friend who can no longer drink beside him.
This animation tells a story about friendship and explores a tragedy that occurred in ancient times. Shen, even though no one believed his best friend, still believed in the oath taken under the forest. In the end, he was cleared of the crime. Alcohol, as the main thread running through the story, also reveals the friendship between the two!
