In the Great Liang capital of Shengjing, red palace walls cast their shadows as dark currents churn beneath the surface. Wei Zhen uses her talents to break through barriers and become Great Liang's top-ranked female candidate in the imperial examination. She joins the Dali Temple as a civil official. Gentle and composed on the surface, she is secretly a formidable fighter. She carefully investigates the old case that wrongfully implicated her grandfather and uncle, vowing to avenge her family and clear their names.
Xie Zhuo, a formidable border general who rose to fame at a young age, is transferred to the capital after earning great military honors and takes command of the capital guards. But his achievements make the court wary of him. Cold and decisive in his actions, he keeps his sharp edge hidden. The two cross paths while investigating cases.
At first, Xie Zhuo sees her only as an unpredictable piece in Shengjing's political game and watches her coldly. Their clashes, both open and covert, are all tests and attempts to keep each other in check. But as they repeatedly navigate crises together while remaining wary of one another, he is moved by her resilience and courage, and affection slowly grows in his guarded heart. Wei Zhen pursues her revenge, while Xie Zhuo holds fast to his principles amid political intrigue. From bitter rivals to kindred spirits, they eventually join hands to lift the veil of mystery. Wei Zhen uncovers the truth behind the old case and clears her family's name, while Xie Zhuo stays true to himself and protects the capital. The winds die down in Shengjing, the shadows disperse, and the former rivals become confidants, staying by each other's side for the rest of their lives.
