Jude Shaw, a simpleton, is ridiculed. Only widow Serena Wallace treats him like family. Protecting Serena, Jude is beaten by Village Tyrant Derek Shaw. Near death, his blood awakens the Ancient Healing Sage via a jade pendant. The sage imparts skills, transforming Jude. He defeats Derek Shaw and rescues the drugged Serena Wallace. Feelings blossom between Jude and Serena!