To save her father from prison, Lin Zhiyu becomes an obscure concubine in Prince Jin’s household. She thinks her resemblance to his unattainable first love might earn her a little favor from Prince Jin, letting her live a quiet, peaceful life.
But Prince Jin’s household is full of hidden dangers: a princess consort who seems kind but is cruel at heart, a side consort who makes trouble all day, and a concubine who once saved her life…
Everyone around her has hidden depths and ill intentions. To secure a peaceful life for herself, Lin Zhiyu has no choice but to stay alert and plan each step carefully.
Step by step, she rises from concubine to empress.