The story is set in an imaginary ancient dynasty - the Shengqian Kingdom. This country has a vast territory, and the economic development of different regions varies greatly. The Taohua Village where the heroine Su Mingzhi lives is located in a remote mountainous area with traffic congestion and barren land. Most of the villagers barely make ends meet by growing some drought-tolerant coarse grains, and their lives are very difficult. However, the surrounding areas of Taohua Village are rich in natural resources, including mountains, forests, and streams. The mountains contain some undiscovered mineral resources, but the villagers lack the knowledge and technology to develop and utilize them.
In Shengqian Country, although commerce existed, it was subject to many restrictions. The status of merchants was not high and the market system was not perfect. The government focuses on agriculture, but lacks effective support for agricultural development in remote villages. At this time, the imperial court was facing the dilemma of tight border wars and empty treasury, and its local control was also relaxed. This seemingly unfavorable environment provides opportunities for the rise of the heroine.
