
The Emperor of Yong, Julian Shaw, established the new Yong Dynasty. He asks his fiancée, Cecilia Lowell, to welcome his elder sister, Astrid Shaw. Cecilia must gain Astrid's approval to marry and become Empress. Julian gives Cecilia a Jade Pendant for Astrid's recognition. Astrid disguises herself as a man and refugee to enter the Capital. A conflict breaks out between Cecilia's entourage and Astrid.