Dugu Jialuo faces family disgrace. Yang Jian meets her, impressed by her resolve. Their fathers arrange marriage despite her reluctance.

Jialuo demands monogamy from Yang Jian. He agrees, sparking love. Political chaos in Northern Zhou threatens their future.

Yang Jian is captured protecting Jialuo but rescued by his brothers. With Yuwen Hu scheming, Jialuo and allies expose corruption and fight to save Dugu Xin, facing deadly intrigue while relying on courage and loyalty.

On a stormy night, Yuwen Hu kills Dugu Xin. Jialuo and Yang Jian survive deadly traps, rescue Yang forces, and face exile as Yuwen Hu seizes power, forcing Jialuo to follow her family into banishment.

Galro survives her family’s massacre, protected by Yang Jian, who spreads rumors of her death. Amid Yuwen Hu’s pursuit and Yuwen Yong’s despair, Galro vows to confront her enemies, risking all to end her suffering.

Jialuo attempts to assassinate Yuwen Hu but is overpowered. Yang Jian is captured, claiming responsibility to protect her. Imprisoned with his family, he faces execution, while Jialuo and allies secretly plan his rescue.