Since ancient times, the imperial court has been rife with strife. Whether it is ministers maneuvering against each other in the open or princes struggling for power, the conflicts never end.
Lin Yuan, the ninth prince of Great Zhou, returns from his travels. Despite having little support, he throws himself into the game, taking up the post of Minister of the Court of Judicial Review and entering the struggle for the throne.
Behind each bizarre case lie not only the ministers' open rivalries, but also the princes' secret contests.
Along the way, countless old secrets and feuds between martial arts sects are drawn into the conflict.
Power is inevitable, but preserving one's humanity after gaining it is the greatest challenge.
