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Empress Wu Zetian (played by Vivian Hsu), after failing in her plot to eliminate the crown prince in her later years, was forced to abdicate in favor of Emperor Zhongzong Li Xian. Palace maids Meng Fan (played by Liu Tingyu) and Meng Fu (played by Liu Xinyou) were caught up in the ensuing power struggles, witnessing the bloodshed and intrigue within the palace. Princess Taiping (played by Yang Gongru) sent Meng Fan to contact LiLongi (played by Li Chengxian), and the two developed a secret affection. Empress Wei (played by He Saifei), harboring imperial ambitions, interfered in state affairs, causing chaos in the court. Meng Fan befriended Shangguan Wan'er (played by Chen Xiuli), deeply feeling the difficulties of survival in the palace. Princess Anle, with imperial ambitions, used Meng Fu to join forces with Empress Wei to eliminate Crown Prince Li Chongjun. Meng Fan, on the condition of not harming Meng Fu and Princess Anle, orchestrated a series of events to assist LiLongi in his coup. The coup succeeded, and Meng Fu and Princess Anle were executed, as was Shangguan Wan'er. Late at night, LiLongi helplessly watched Meng Fan leave with the spirit tablets of Meng Fu and Princess Anle...