The story tells the story of the seventh prince Xiao Yan, who rose from an unknown prince to the peak of power through forbearance and wisdom. He knew and fell in love with the prime minister's daughter Lu Wanqing, and together they faced the intrigues in the harem and the power struggle in the court. At the same time, Murong Ce, the general's son, opened up territories and made meritorious deeds for him on the battlefield. In the process of seizing the throne, Xiao Yan not only had to face the challenges of other princes, but also contended with the power of the emperor's favorite concubine Ning Fei and the prince Xiao Li. In the end, with the help of friends and lovers, Xiao Yan successfully ascended the throne, but he will also face more complex power struggles and moral choices.
