Thirteen years ago, Yang Guang climbed to the top at an extremely young age despite his inability to cultivate. As an illegitimate son of the emperor, he was not favored among his peers, losing his spiritual energy in a tragic "accident". Having lost his spiritual roots, he uses his charm, sweet talk, and lies to reach the office of emperor.

Years later, he is overthrown by a group of rebels for being a tyrant. Disgraced and beaten, he retreats to a small village where he disguises himself as a beggar. Until one day, Yang Guang meets the timid crown prince of Ming, Ming WanFeng. In pity, the prince takes him in as a servant. From there, Yang Guang is determined to, once more, become the emperor against all odds. Until his feelings for WanFeng get in his way.