With a kind heart and a naturally good nature, Ye Xi might have been a model young lady, had it not been for her lofty dreams and idealistic aspirations. Wanting with all her heart to become one of her generation's greatest and most heroic martial artists, Ye Xi has done everything she could to make her dreams come true. Little does she realize that the road to becoming a hero is often plagued by a never-ending string of trials and tribulations.
Completely unaware of the fact that the human heart often harbors a sinister side, Ye Xi is shocked when her efforts to help the weak are met with darkness and deceit. Used, lied to, and betrayed by those around her, Ye Xi soon finds her reputation in shambles and her life in jeopardy. Surprisingly enough, even after these relentless attacks on her character and even her life, Ye Xi refuses to give up on her belief that justice naturally inhabits the hearts of people; a belief that only grows stronger after she meets a divine doctor by the name of Bai Yue.
With Bai Yue's help, Ye Xi finds a way to overcome her trials, learning invaluable lessons about life, love, and the true spirit of martial arts. But will these lessons be enough to help them eradicate the scum who continue to bring harm to Ye Xi and her people? And will love follow for this idealistic duo?
Adapted from the novel of the same name by Bai Ze.
In the turbulent interregnum following the collapse of the Tang dynasty, a young daughter of an herbalist is tricked and sold to a brothel. After a harrowing escape from death, she finds herself in a city of female assassins. Assuming the name Wan Mei, she begins to learn the ropes of being an assassin from Chang An, a young man who acts as her guide and warden.
Over time, Wan Mei and Chang An begin to develop genuine affection for each other. But Cha Luo, the leader of the assassins takes a dislike to Wan Mei and plots against the couple with her cohorts. Wan Mei's personality and gifts cause Gong Zi, the hidden owner of Gui Hua City to take an interest in her. Burdened by his hidden identity, Chang An begins to distance himself from Wan Mei. The protagonists find themselves embroiled in escalating conspiracies involving deadly betrayals and struggles for power.
