Ling Hu Chong, a skilled swordsman of the Hua Shan sect, finds himself in deep trouble when he's falsely accused by his fellow disciples of stealing their revered sword manual. To escape suspicion and turmoil, he goes into hiding—only to cross paths with the mysterious and spirited Ying Ying. As their friendship grows, Ling Hu Chong becomes entangled in the conflicts of her sorcery sect and ultimately helps her confront the dark forces threatening her world.