Change of power: Prince Xiao Jingming of the Great Zhou Dynasty was deposed and exiled. On the surface, he was accused of treason, but in fact it was the result of a frame-up by the third prince Xiao Jingheng and the Prime Minister Liu Yuanzong. There was a deeper power conspiracy hidden behind it.
Encounter in Exile: Xiao Jingming, who was demoted to a commoner, met Shen Qingmo, the son of a merchant, on his way to exile. This seemingly dandy son was actually a spy sent to monitor him. The two gradually got closer amidst danger and temptation.
Identity Revealed: When Xiao Jingming discovers Shen Qingmo's true identity, the relationship between the two faces a severe test, and Shen Qingmo must choose between his mission and his sincerity.
- Escape together: Shen Qingmo, who chose to side with Xiao Jingming, embarked on the road of escape with him. In the process of avoiding the pursuers, the relationship between the two gradually deepened, and at the same time they uncovered a larger conspiracy of the court.
Truth and choice: As the investigation deepens, they discover that there is a bigger black hand behind the third prince, and Shen Qingmo and Xiao Jingming must decide whether to return to the center of power and fight for truth and justice.
Purpose: In the whirlpool of power and conspiracy, only sincerity is the final salvation