A Misplaced Red Thread

Qiu Qing is hopelessly romantic, and a childhood betrothal leads her to marry into the Wan family, the wealthiest household in the land. Married life is briefly sweet, but that soon gives way to one conflict after another. Her great-aunt and Lady Wan see her as a thorn in their side and pull every trick they can to make her life miserable. Her husband takes a concubine not long after the wedding, and people in the Wan household keep scheming to drive a wedge between the couple. In the end, Qiu Qing is heartbroken and cast out. Fortunately, her friend Ye Jiade stays by her side and continually offers advice. Their efforts lead to plenty of mishaps along the way, but they eventually overcome every obstacle. Their affection for each other grows, and at last they find their own happiness.