Zhang Chengling

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**Zhang Chengling** (张成岭, *Zhāng Chénglǐng*) is the youngest son of Zhang Yusen, who led the **Jing Hu Sect**. After the massacre of the Jing Hu Sect, Zhang Chengling became the only living member of his sect.

**NOTE:** *This page discusses the characterisation and plot of Zhang Chengling in Word of Honor. For Zhang Chengling in Faraway Wanderers/Audio Drama, see here.*

## Appearance

Zhang Chengling is a young kid in his early teens who holds himself with grace. He wears his hair in a ponytail with bangs. He is not very strong in first impression. His robes often are seen in the color of dark blue, light blue or sometimes gray.

## Personality

Zhang Chengling is innocent and kind hearted. As a result he can be simple minded and is often referred to by Wen Kexing as a 'silly disciple'. He shows respect to everyone no matter their status or health, which is seen when he warmly invites Zhou Zishu, disguised as an alcoholic beggar, back to his sect. Zhang Chengling's innoence and kindness reminds Zhou Zishu of his junior brother, Qin Jiuxiao.

Even though he was spoilt as he grew up, Zhang Chengling is determined to improve his martial arts and is hardworking. During his time living under Gao Chong, he was often bullied by younger disciples for his low cultivation, despite this, he faced up to the insults and continued to train.

Zhang Chengling is quite resilient, even presented with many unfortunates. He tries his best to show his courageousness, like his master Zhou Zishu. Even though he is resilient, he is also quite sensitive. He is often hurt by the insulting words that he receives, resulting in him crying quite a bit. He is significant admiration for his masters Zhou Zishu and Wen Kexing. He tries his hardest to win their approval and praise.

## History

### Childhood

Zhang Chengling was the third and youngest of his brothers, he was not the brightest in literary nor the best in martial arts, therefore, not much expected of him except for taking care of his parents when they grow old, while his two older brothers lead Jing Hu.

## Relationships

### Zhou Zishu

Zhang Chengling shares an adoring relationship with his Martial Master. He is very respectful of Zhou Zishu and admires his martial abilities immensely. He also seems to trust him unconditionally and trusts him to be there whenever he is in trouble. He often doesn't take his master's scoldings as punishment, but carefully listens to every word that he says. He cares so much for his Master that he learned to only ever listen to him and his "uncle", Wen Kexing. Chengling takes everything that Zhou Zishu says with the weight of the world.

### Wen Kexing

In the live action, Zhang Chengling is quick to recognize Wen Kexing as his Martial Uncle. He sees Wen Kexing in a similar light as Zhou Zishu however, Wen Kexing is much more lenient with Zhang Chengling in comparison. Before becoming Zhou Zishu's disciple, Chengling would ask Wen Kexing for advice on how to win over Zhou Zishu and how to get him to like him. Chengling takes everything that Wen Kexing says to heart. He cares gratefully for Wen Kexing and trusts him religiously, just like he does Zhou Zishu.

## Trivia

* During the shooting of *Word of Honor*, Sun Xilun was actually getting taller like Zhang Chengling.