In his previous life, Lu Qiyan, emperor of the Dayao dynasty, was caught in a maelstrom of political intrigue. Trusting the wrong people plunged his realm into turmoil and left him to die alone. Reborn, he returns to the pivotal year in the struggle for the throne. Carrying the regrets of his past life and memories that let him see through everything, he resolves to proceed with caution, root out treacherous officials, secure his rule, and protect everyone he holds dear.
Liu Ruyi, a hidden master of martial arts, possesses peerless skills. Following her master’s orders, she descends from her secluded home to experience the bustle of everyday life and the storms of court politics. Pure-hearted and exceptionally skilled, she has no desire to get involved in the struggle for imperial power. Yet by a twist of fate, she crosses paths with Lu Qiyan, the reborn emperor who has been biding his time.
Jiang Jing, a refined young nobleman as gentle as jade, falls for Liu Ruyi at first sight and quietly stays by her side. Jiang Nian is gentle and composed, always there for her loved ones. Meanwhile, the arrogant and shallow Nan Ran abuses his family’s status and becomes a disposable pawn in the power struggle. Nan Qing is scheming and vicious, maneuvering to curry favor with the imperial family and satisfy her own desires. She repeatedly plots against the leads, stirring up trouble in both the court and the martial world.
The reborn emperor plans his every move, while the martial arts master stands by him with chivalrous loyalty. Amid a treacherous game of political intrigue, they place their trust in one another and join forces to break through the traps. Lu Qiyan uses the advantage of rebirth to turn the tide, while Liu Ruyi protects him with her exceptional martial arts. After enduring countless schemes and dangers, Lu Qiyan finally ascends the throne. Amid the turmoil of a fractured age, the two write an astonishing legend of an emperor and empress devoted to one another.
