In the great country of Zhai, which reigns over the continent, there was a woman of unparalleled beauty. Her name was "Li Honglan". She was feared both at home and abroad as a diabolical empress, known for lines like, "Cut off that man's head!" However, at the urging of her chief vassal, she has decided to take a husband. Her intended is "Wang Longyuan", the fifth prince of the vassal state of Xiu.—"Let me tell you, there aren't many men who can be my husband. I will never willingly submit to you." What was expected to be a wedding ceremony between a beautiful man and woman appears headed for trouble even before it begins, due to their fiery exchanges. What is Longyuan's secret? What is hidden within the palace? What fate awaits Honglan?