
Zella Kerr disguises as 'Ethan Kerr'. Under Empress Dowager's order, she enters Imperial Academy to investigate Imperial Exam Fraud Case, forming a frenemy relationship with Julian Sterling. She fakes her death, is married to the Borderlands, then seeks divorce. Reuniting with Julian Sterling in the Borderlands. Summoned back to Capital, Julian confirms her true identity. They resolve misunderstandings. Zella assists Young Emperor and Empress Dowager; Julian pursues justice.