Humanity races endlessly, dreaming of becoming the Lord of Time—believing that only by mastering time can they find true freedom in a relentless world. Yet even the divine beasts who govern the flow of time are trapped by the very power they possess, as their greatest gift has become an inescapable burden. Now, a breathtaking battle of supernatural abilities is about to unfold. But does the crown of the Lord of Time truly exist?

Set in 1985 post-war Vietnam, Khang moves to Saigon after securing a position to translate "The Little Prince." Due to his family connections, Khang's life under the new regime is secure. But everything changes when he meets Ky Nam, a reserved older widow who lives in Khang's new community.