Lin Mengxian is the illegitimate daughter of a low-ranking sixth-rank official. Her birth mother died young, and though her father is still alive, he offers her little warmth. Fortunately, her kind stepmother has never mistreated her, and even while living deep within the inner quarters, she has never wanted for food or clothing. Thus, though Lin Mengxian seems gentle and mild, she is in truth calm and self-possessed, seeing life more clearly than anyone. By a twist of fate, she marries Meng Yu, the cold and aloof heir to the Duke of Cheng's household and Commander of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, as his second wife. Her stepson, stepdaughter, and the tangled intrigues of a great household make her life a complete mess. Fortunately, her nature keeps her true to herself. She handles every situation with measured grace and kindness, and in the end, she finds her way through to brighter days!
