Meng Yuan, a modern-day woman, travels to ancient times and becomes bound to a system. Her mission is to save the brutal emperor Xie Hui and change the fate that will destroy the entire Meng family. He nearly kills her when they first meet. Fighting to survive at every step, she earns a chance to live by telling stories and gradually melts the cruelty frozen in his heart. At the Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival, Xie Hui faces a real assassination attempt, and Meng Yuan risks her life to protect him, deepening their bond. Together, they confront plots in the treacherous palace and imperial court, becoming entangled in a story of love and hate.