Shen Yi'an, King Chu of the Great Gan Dynasty, returns to the capital after five years of wandering and astounds the court by publicly requesting a decree to marry Ye Liyan, daughter of the Duke of Zhen. Hiding his true brilliance behind a wild persona, he navigates court intrigue and martial arts schemes, even traveling to the northern border to achieve extraordinary feats. As the wedding approaches, dark undercurrents swell in the capital, where various forces maneuver, and a profound shift shaking the realm unfolds with his every step.