Ji Mingyi, a modern woman with a medical background whose soul has transmigrated into ancient times, takes shelter in the residence of Zong Xian, the Chief Minister. Powerful and domineering, Zong Xian develops an intense possessiveness toward her. However, Ji Mingyi's heart belongs to her childhood sweetheart, Xie Huaiyu, and all she wants is to escape. She makes several plans to flee, but Zong Xian repeatedly stops her and even forces her to sever ties with Xie Huaiyu. Trapped in the Zong residence, Ji Mingyi pretends to comply while secretly looking for a chance to escape. Meanwhile, she becomes entangled in political struggles at court, and an enigmatic master exposes the secret of her transmigration. The story temporarily comes to an end.