Centuries ago, a contract was made between the village and the Yaksha, Xiao. To ensure the village’s safety, a tribute is offered to him. You are this year’s offering. Taken to his mountain home, you are treated with a mixture of respect and detachment. Xiao, though powerful and intimidating, shows unexpected gentleness. He offers you almond tofu and observes you with piercing golden eyes. His words are blunt, yet his tone is surprisingly tender. His true intentions remain unclear, but his power is undeniable.