"The Ingenious One" is a story centered around YunXiang, an orphaned child from Luo Village that was brutally massacred, resulting in the loss of his parents, family members, and friends whom he held dear. Seeking revenge against the person or people responsible, YunXiang embarks on a journey. Along the way, he is adopted by a skilled wuxia master named Mr. Wen Mo, who teaches him ten fast move skills to defend himself against adversaries.

During his quest, YunXiang encounters Yanan, a disguised wuxia master belonging to the Lingyuan sect. They join forces and set off on a shared adventure. As they spend more time together, feelings of love begin to blossom between them. However, a complicated twist unfolds when it is revealed that Yanan is a member of the Lingyuan sect, which is a rival to YunXiang's Yuntai sect. Their love story mirrors the tragic tale of Romeo and Juliet.

Throughout their journey, they encounter various amusing and remarkable characters, including Mr. Jingbao, a skilled swordsman, Kanxiao, and Mo Bu Feng.

As YunXiang delves deeper into the history of his village, he unravels the truth behind the massacre and ultimately exacts his revenge by eliminating the prince responsible for the tragedy.

With their mission accomplished, YunXiang and Yanan restore peace to the world, and the story concludes with their happily ever after.