Li Ye transmigrates, feigning madness. Empress and First Prince plot his death. Li Ye feigns foolishness, defeats assassins. Exiled to Northern Liang, Li Ye is ambushed en route, resolves it. In Northern Liang, Li Ye faces external threats, aristocratic opposition, and manipulated rebels. Li Ye resolves troubles, returns, ascends throne, expelling First Prince and corrupt officials.