He Weifang, the daughter of a merchant, ends a mutually beneficial marriage with the assistance of the corrupt official Jiang Changyang. Their paths cross again in the capital, where He Weifang, an expert in cultivating rare peonies and possessing a keen business acumen, partners with Jiang to create an artisan-investor alliance.
She establishes a flower shop alongside a group of women, gradually uncovering Jiang’s true identity as a formidable asset to the nation, despite his seemingly respectable public persona. Driven by the struggles of the common people, He Weifang resolves to pivot towards industries that serve the public good. As their relationship deepens, they join forces to suppress a rebellion and ultimately choose to retreat from society together.
