The Swallow Returns to the Splendid Hall!

Sixteen years ago, beneath the dusk sky at the Duke of Zhenguo's estate, a carefully plotted scheme changed the fates of two baby girls.

The legitimate daughter, Shen Qingci, was born to a life of wealth and privilege, but she was cast out among the common folk and endured every hardship life had to offer. Shen Mingzhu, the maid's daughter, took her place and became the capital's “First Pearl,” adored by all.

Sixteen years later, the wheels of fate begin to turn. With the truth buried by time and lies becoming second nature, how will the girl who should have grown up surrounded by splendor maneuver her way through layer upon layer of intrigue and reclaim what is rightfully hers? And will the carefully nurtured “pearl” withstand the storm that follows the collapse of her identity? This is a struggle of blood ties, power games, and personal growth. Watch as the true phoenix returns and sings across the heavens!