Fourteen years after a feud was sparked, the Qiao and Wei families become united when Xiao Qiao is sent to marry Wei Shao in her sister's place.

Wei Shao attends his family's memorial, leaving the injured Xiao Qiao outside the city. She feigns weakness, stirring his guilt.

Charmed by Wei Shao's affection, Xiao Qiao begins to fall for him. Lady Zhu hopes he'll take Zheng Chuyu as a concubine. Xiao Qiao is framed.