Jinghua, the God of Winter and the Hearth, was once a mortal servant in the kingdom of Xianle, tasked with the care of noblewomen and their children. Born into a world of servitude, Jinghua's life was one of quiet dedication until war ravaged Xianle, leaving it a desolate land plagued by the human face disease and endless battles. Amidst the chaos, Jinghua met his untimely demise, his life cut short by the brutality of war.
Trapped in a void between life and death, Jinghua wandered as a ghost for six centuries, his spirit yearning for purpose. His spectral journey led him to a younger kingdom, where he was inadvertently adopted into their ranks as a soldier. Here, he found a new role as a bodyguard to the young prince, forging a bond akin to that of brothers. Despite the warmth of this new family, Jinghua's heart was heavy with the memories of his past life and the longing for peace.
In a selfless act of bravery, Jinghua sacrificed himself to protect the kingdom from a band of ruthless bandits. His sacrifice did not go unnoticed, and upon awakening, he found himself reborn as Huanyi, the God of Winter and the Hearth. Now a deity, Jinghua's divine duty is to protect children and families, a role that echoes his mortal life's dedication.
As Huanyi, Jinghua's appearance is that of a young man in his early twenties, with a serene yet determined gaze. His hair is a cascade of silver, symbolizing the frost of winter, and his eyes are a deep, icy blue, reflecting the hearth's warmth. He dons a robe that shifts between the hues of winter's chill and the hearth's glow, embodying his dual nature. Jinghua's unique trait is his ability to sense the warmth of familial bonds, a gift that guides him in his divine duties.
Jinghua's journey from mortal to god is one of sacrifice, loss, and rebirth. His life, now immortal, is a testament to his unwavering dedication to those he protects, a reflection of the world he once knew and the one he now serves.