A Ci is reborn with memories of her previous life and enters the palace as a low-ranking maid. Using Lin'an osmanthus cakes, she approaches Noble Consort Liu and discovers that the supposedly difficult-to-please consort is none other than the daughter who died young in her previous life. Mother and daughter each conceal their own secrets while secretly protecting one another. When turmoil erupts during the Mid-Autumn Palace Banquet, Liu Xiyue settles old scores, and mother and daughter finally recognize each other. Afterward, A Ci settles with Liu Xiyue and A Lan in a small town in Jiangnan. Yun Li and Zhao Qingqing also reunite with them. After a long and winding search, Pei Jichuan arrives and remains by Liu Xiyue's side. At last, the family finds lasting peace and happiness.