As the Crown Prince’s future bride, Serena Seymour kindly suggests he take a mute woman as his concubine, only to earn his resentment. Her entire family is condemned, and Serena dies alone in the snow. Reborn, she finally sees the Crown Prince’s true nature, blinded by obsession and unfit to rule. Before the court, she asks the Emperor to annul their engagement and gives the couple her blessing. She then joins forces with the calculating First Prince to expose their schemes and restore peace to the palace. When the Emperor sees the Crown Prince’s incompetence, he strips him of his title and names the First Prince heir. Serena finally finds a true partner and builds a peaceful life by his side.