Emperor Suijing is ambushed, his face changed by a curse. He disguises as guard Jace in the harem. Assigned to Consort Belle's palace, he discovers she, rumored uneducated, is intelligent and kind. The Emperor falls for Consort Belle. Modern-day transmigrator Consort Belle navigates the harem, joining forces with the Emperor to crush Lady Selene's conspiracy and become Empress.