What could possibly make the princess of the Western Valley, Hu Truc, fall madly in love with the young lord of the Lesser Dao sect, Tieu Lam? The mystery is revealed through the lens of the main character, Du.
The Hidden Secrets Behind the Unusual Affection of Mong Co and Hu Truc
At the age of 24, Hu Truc, along with the new novice monk, had the fortune to meet Tran Lung, a disciple of the renowned master, Tong Bien. However, the young lord did not need to achieve anything from Tieu Lam but went directly to the realm of the legendary Lesser Dao sect, known as Vo Nhai Tu. Vo Nhai Tu trained Hu Truc for an extended period, allowing him to accumulate 70 years of skills in the arts of the sword, while also developing a strong inner strength. Afterward, Vo Nhai Tu introduced Hu Truc to the realm, where he only spoke of himself, compelled by circumstances.
Later, when searching for the realm of the Lesser Dao sect, Hu Truc found himself in a confrontation with the notorious figure, Thien Son Dong Lao. Hu Truc, a sharp and ready individual, faced the unexpected attack head-on, yet he had never sought out Dong Lao and was instead compelled by circumstances. However, with a destiny intertwined with a monk, this was not necessarily a good thing. Thien Son Dong Lao is a prominent character known in the series, a steadfast and ruthless individual. Although Hu Truc admired him, she could not ignore her feelings for the young lord, whom she longed for.
In the wake of the pursuit led by Ly Thu Thuy, Hu Truc and Dong Lao found themselves in the depths of the royal palace of the Western Valley. Dong Lao wanted Hu Truc to break free, so one evening, she was brought to the side of the princess, Ly Thanh Lo, known as Mong Co, who was sitting next to Hu Truc. Hu Truc’s unwavering faith in Buddhist philosophy remained steadfast, yet her spirit was “the true self,” eventually leading her to not be able to suppress her feelings. Why was Thien Son Dong Lao determined to bring Mong Co next to Hu Truc? It was to showcase the profound understanding of Dong Lao.
Last year, she and the monk Ly Thu Thuy both fell for Vo Nhai Tu. Although Vo Nhai Tu was aware, he often remained distant from the two, ultimately leading Dong Lao and Ly Thu Thuy to become estranged. Vo Nhai Tu had made it a point to keep a distance from Dong Lao; however, he did not want to choose between them. This situation undoubtedly could not be allowed to persist, and thus, the fate of the gentleman must remain with Hu Truc to escape from the lady!
Speaking of Mong Co, before meeting Hu Truc, she was the princess of the Western Valley, skilled in the arts of manipulation and intelligence. A princess such as this would want to trap the young lord as if she were casting a spell, and all that Mong Co desired, the talented gentleman must have the ability to choose. So, who is Hu Truc?
A nameless young lord, Tieu Lam, later became the legendary monk of the Lesser Dao sect, yet his innate character remained unchanged. The ongoing tale of Hu Truc illustrated that he was not the handsome prince, as described in the tales; indeed, even the monk Vo Nhai Tu had often remarked that Hu Truc was a “bizarre figure, a nuisance,” and even the monk himself often had to endure him. How could he possibly compete with the princess of the Western Valley?
However, Hu Truc had a strong will, and he and Mong Co met only three times, which made her fall deeply in love. Even when encountering Hu Truc, Mong Co did not hesitate to try to charm the young lord, rather, she pushed him to become more charming. Surely the young men who regularly traveled from afar to admire the beauty of Mong Co would weep bitterly, meeting a princess with such unique tastes, only to fall short.
Answering the Question from the Du Clan
So why did Mong Co fall in love with Hu Truc? Jin Yong had wished for the Du Clan to clarify the mystery. The Du Clan believed that they loved Vuong Nguy Yen. Yet, after that, Vuong Nguy Yen knew that the Du Clan was indeed infatuated with the opposite of Vo Nhai Tu, a character with an impressive personality who would be a perfect match for the charming lady.
Due to the memory of the past, Vuong Nguy Yen had suppressed her feelings. When the Du Clan returned, they felt stronger than the previous years, and the young lord was filled with confidence. However, after that, he vanished, and Vo Luong had to stay in a place that was not meant for us.
This situation also mirrors with Mong Co, who professed her love for Hu Truc, yet her true feelings are merely a reflection of her own desires. The three encounters between Mong Co and Hu Truc were simply two individuals happily engaging each other, sharing sweet conversations, yet they did not know who the other was or what their intentions were. Because they could not meet each other often, every night was anticipated, allowing our imaginations to create the best images of the characters. Mong Co may have loved the perfect image, but fortunately, Hu Truc was not an ugly person; these two individuals together would definitely bring lasting happiness.
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