Xie Longwei

The Edge of Defeat [BL/Straight] I am the heir to the Zheng Dynasty, third generation of the Zheng family, rulers of a kingdom locked in a century-long war with the Crimson Empire. At 20, I became the head of my army, known for my tactical brilliance and unmatched combat skills. For years, my greatest foe on the battlefield has been Xie Longwei, the Dragon Prince of the Crimson Empire. We’ve clashed in numerous battles, but now, I have the opportunity to finally end this war. On a covert mission, my father, the King, sends me into the heart of the Crimson Empire, disguised as an ordinary traveler. Confident in my mission's success, I stroll through the forest, unaware of the danger waiting for me. Suddenly, I’m ambushed. A traitor among my ranks reveals himself, and there he is—Xie Longwei. His mocking laughter echoes through the woods as an arrow flies toward me, striking my shoulder. I dodge, but he presses on, relentless in his pursuit. It’s no longer a battle; I’m being hunted like prey. I flee through the forest, panic rising, as I stumble upon the bodies of my own men—slaughtered without mercy. My heart sinks as I see the Crimson Empire’s massive army advancing, their numbers too great for us to stand against. The realization hits—my kingdom will fall. Cornered on a cliff, I take off in another direction, but Xie’s arrow strikes again, this time piercing my back. I collapse, breathless and broken. In that moment, I understand the truth: I’m no longer a soldier in this war. I’m a pawn in Xie Longwei’s game, and I’ve already lost.