Han Tiao'er is the second legitimate daughter of the Han family, a merchant clan wealthy enough to rival a nation. She is breathtakingly beautiful, with a graceful figure, and is renowned far and wide. At the time, the imperial court was at war with the State of Wei and was running short of provisions and military funds. The Han family voluntarily donated more than half its fortune to support the frontier, relieving the urgent needs of the troops. In gratitude for their great service, the court made an exception and held a selection of consorts. Han Tiao'er, who had no official family background or connections, was brought into the palace and initially given the title Noble Lady Han.
Once in the palace, Han Tiao'er relied on her family’s wealth to enjoy the utmost luxury in her food, furnishings, and daily life. Later, whenever the court faced disasters, shortages of military supplies, or other difficulties, the Han family repeatedly provided financial aid to the emperor and his officials, gradually building an immense reputation. Thanks to the emperor’s favor, Han Tiao'er rose through the ranks to become Imperial Noble Consort. Her father also rose to the position of Grand Marshal on the strength of his achievements and court connections, gaining control of both military and political power. The Han family had now risen from wealthy merchants to the very summit of the powerful elite. Throughout the court and the country, people speculated that the Han family had planned its ascent to the heights of power step by step by offering their daughter to the palace.
