The story follows Emberlyn Forest, a modern-day supermarket owner, and Victor Stormridge, a legendary general from the ancient Kingdom of Evercrest. When Emberlyn unexpectedly rescues Victor who was injuried in her supermarket in which a mysterious portal can connect the present to the past. Using modern resources, she helps Victor rise as the undefeated War God of Evercrest and even bears his child. However, their love story takes a tragic turn when Victor and their son ultimately condemn her to death, forcing Emberlyn to realize that they never share a happy ending. Given a second chance at life, Emberlyn decides to dismantle the time-traveling portal in her supermarket, vowing to rewrite her destiny and reclaim her life on her own terms.
