Su Moran, a young man from a poor family, was involved in a power whirlpool from his hometown on the border. His original plan was just to have enough food and clothing, but he was pushed to the top of the court. After experiencing the intrigues of merchants, secret wars in the court, turmoil in the world, and catastrophes at home and country, he was in danger many times, but he used his wit and humor to reverse the crisis step by step. Between conspiracy and friendship, love and betrayal, he gradually understands that in order to control his destiny, he must first control the desire for power in his heart. When the clouds clear and the fog clears, and everyone is playing chess, what will Su Moran choose?