The land is divided into four realms. One is ruled by a new emperor, gentle as jade on the outside but childishly naive within. Another is led by a female general who was hot-tempered and impatient as a child, but grew into a free-spirited and composed woman. Together, they carry out a daring plan to save their country and expand its borders. As they fall in love, an old incident from years ago resurfaces, and they pierce through layers of confusion to uncover the truth.
"Xiao Jing, let me be someone you can rely on."
"Aren't you afraid people will say that General Su, loyal to her sovereign and country, was bewitched by the child of an enemy nation and abandoned the people of Great Chen to suffer?"
"Listen to me. You are no bastard. You are the rightful emperor of Great Chen, and my husband, Su Yang's. Anyone else might abandon you, but I never will."
"I am fortunate to have had you in this life."
"Enough talk. Come pick some dates, and don't think you're getting to eat mine later..."