Growing up in a grand estate in Wu Commandery, Jiangnan, Shen Qingyan has seen more than enough of the tangled motives in people's hearts. Her stepmother stirs up trouble, and the truth about her birth mother's past is shrouded in mystery, so she keeps her talents hidden and plans her every move.
An old case involving the grain transport system brings her together with Xie Linyuan. He is the exceptionally accomplished heir of the Xie family. He reaches out to her when she is in danger, accompanying her through one trap after another and shielding her from attacks both open and hidden.
He understands her resilience and cherishes her tenderness; she knows his ambitions and finds peace in his embrace. Once, she faced every struggle alone. From now on, they will be together, year after year.
