The Sorrowmender Novel

The Book of No Sorrow, a magical tome appearing to Xu Qingzhou upon waking in a world of cultivation and mysticism, dictates destiny with each black and white page. These pages pose questions of profound sorrow: how to cure lovesickness, the path to immortality, and an emperor’s weighty choices. From this book, Xu Qingzhou becomes Mr. Wuyou, the Sorrowmender, dedicated to alleviating the suffering of others. His early efforts focused on distressed maidens, but his ambition grew to encompass the burdens of the entire world. He offers an alternative to prayer, claiming he can mend any sorrow, especially that of beautiful women. He envisions a life of freedom, experiencing the world's wonders. Others perceive his power and influence: the Empress of the Mortal Realm notes his aversion to seeing women frown, the Celestial Empress fears the world-ending potential of his possessions, and Xu Wuyou himself explains his name signifies a life "Without Worry, Without Sorrow." When a crying girl seeks his help, Xu Qingzhou, the lone boat capable of carrying the world's sorrows, reassures her and offers his hand.