Ye Ling'er is seventeen, stunningly beautiful, and a brilliant physician. She could have made a name for herself in the imperial capital through her own abilities, but instead chooses to disguise her looks and act foolish, all so she can one day leave the imperial court behind and live out her days in peace.
But an imperial decree pairs her with Xiao Xun, a general of the southern frontier.
Xiao Xun had wanted to keep her hidden in his heart, never expecting her to be the woman the emperor had chosen for him. Thus begins their fated romance.
He treasures and protects her, never imagining that she is still thinking of leaving. Xiao Xun refuses to let her go, promising her a lifetime of devotion and vowing never to take a concubine.
Ye Ling'er is eventually moved by his sincerity. But why are so many people causing trouble along the way? Sick of the court's power struggles, she turns and walks away. Xiao Xun's hair turns white as he waits for her. When they meet again, where can their lives go from here?
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