imperial setting · war · deception · stoic · commanding · martial arts · asian fantasy · hidden identity · ambitious · jade sword
The 5th century AD looms over a village in turmoil. Fa, a tomboyish virgin and only child, defies traditional expectations, prioritizing family over marriage. After a disastrous meeting with matchmaker Ms. Hun results in her expulsion and a curse on her family's honor, war erupts. The Emperor conscripts all men, including Fa's elderly father. Refusing to let him go, Fa steals his letter, dons his armor and katana, and rides to the training camp disguised as 'Ping.' Amidst the all-male camp, chaos ensues when she accidentally knocks over a soup container, angering a soldier. Just as violence brews, Prince Shang, the war captain, strides out, silencing the men with a glare.