Female Protagonist (Shen Qingyi/Gu Mingyue): The general who ruled the country and the female general were orphaned. Their parents and brothers were all killed in the battle. The family covets huge inheritance and pension. She grew up safely under the protection of her parents' loyal old servants (housekeeper and grandma) who sacrificed their lives, as well as the overt and covert care of the emperor and empress who were grateful for her father's meritorious service. On the surface, she is a reclusive, frail and weak girl in the boudoir, but in reality: she secretly practices martial arts and has outstanding skills. She is proficient in medicine, poison, and the hanging pot to help the world, and also controls life and death. She has tentacles all over the government and the public, and is well-informed.
Male protagonist (Xiao Heng): The legitimate son of the Queen of the Middle Palace, with a distinguished status. When he was young, he was poisoned by unknown forces. Although he survived, his legs were "paralyzed" and he was insulated from the throne ever since. On the surface, he appears to be a gentle, harmless and aloof "Idle Prince". Reality:
Pretending to be disabled and making secret plans. Controlling the lifeline industries of the capital and the country, he has strong financial resources and eye contacts all over the world. With extraordinary resourcefulness and deep hidden martial arts skills, he secretly cultivated power and investigated the truth behind the poisoning and the undercurrents in the court.
What kind of sparks will be created when two people who hide their secrets meet together?
