Background
Hao Siwen's mother dreamt that the celestial "Wood Dog of Well" is going to be reincarnated into the human world. She became pregnant shortly after that and gave birth to Hao Siwen. Hao Siwen is nicknamed after the celestial creature because he is believed to be its human incarnation. He excels in martial arts and serves the imperial court later as a general. He is also the sworn brother of Guan Sheng.
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