Overview
Cheng Shaoshang, left behind by her parents who went off to war, faces challenges from a scheming aunt and struggles with estrangement from her family. Lacking love and security, she is cautious in choosing a marriage partner and meets three suitors: Ling Buyi, the emperor's adopted son; Yuan Shen, a talented figure from Bailu Mountain; and Lou Yao, an aristocrat. Despite a rocky path to love, Shaoshang remains steadfast. Her involvement with Ling Buyi leads them into a mystery surrounding his family and identity and together they confront a national crisis, growing through their experiences and upholding their ideals.
| Actor | Age then | Age now | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | 22 | 25 | |
 | 23 | 26 | |
 | 52 | 55 | |
 | 43 | 46 | |
 | 24 | 28 | |
 | 25 | 29 | |
 | 23 | 26 | |
 | 24 | 27 |