Lin Wei, a top surgical specialist well versed in pharmacology and also a forensic pathologist, opens her eyes to find herself transmigrated into the Great Zhou dynasty, a fictional realm, as the lowest-ranking palace maiden in the imperial harem. With no favor, influence, or powerful patron, she nearly becomes an innocent victim of palace intrigue as soon as she arrives. Love? She couldn't care less! A System? She doesn't need one! Modern medicine and forensic thinking are her greatest golden finger.
The inner palace is a living hell, but she watches coldly and advances step by step. She saves lives and establishes her footing with medicine, then uses poison to eliminate every enemy. From scheming servants who cut her allowance, to arrogant, favored consorts, and finally to the virtuous empress who hides her true nature, everyone who stands in her way becomes a stepping stone beneath her power. She builds a network of loyal followers, takes control of the Imperial Medical Academy, makes arrangements in the imperial kitchens, and weaves an airtight intelligence network.
Her goal is clear and ruthless: she won't be a flower dependent on the emperor. She will be the empress dowager who holds the power of life and death! She will support a young emperor, govern the court, and reform its abuses. Behind the beaded curtain, she taps her fingers softly and looks down on the palace she has personally brought to heel. There is no lover on the phoenix throne, only the absolute safety and freedom forged by power!
