Su Ninghua was originally a gentle woman from a scholarly family. Once she entered the palace, the honor and disgrace of her family were tied to her. The harem is turbulent and treacherous, with concubines vying for favor and power schemes making every move alarming. From a low-ranking concubine with no power, she navigates the intrigues and deceptions at every step. With her wisdom and forbearance, she resolves countless murderous intentions and protects those around her.
The sinister emperor Xiao Jingyuan saw through the disputes in the harem and regarded the women in the harem as pawns to check and balance the court, but he was truly moved by Su Ninghua's transparency and sincerity. He secretly protects her, and she helps him stabilize his empire. In the cage of red walls and golden tiles, the two fall in love with each other in the whirlpool of power and intrigue. Overcoming obstacles along the way, Su Ninghua finally ascends to the lower position, but she also maintains her original intention and deep love for each other between imperial power and love.