Unable to endure the mistreatment from her husband and his entire family, including her mother-in-law, Su Xiaoyan resolutely divorces her husband and sets out to build an independent life with her son. To her surprise, just after leaving the house, Chen Huaiqing, an editor at the Hanlin Academy, personally comes to ask for her hand in marriage. The two reach an agreement and become husband and wife in name only. With her straightforward and upright nature, Su Xiaoyan helps Chen Huaiqing put his chaotic household in order and protects her family's peace and security. Meanwhile, as they spend more time together, Chen Huaiqing gradually finds himself deeply attracted to her.