Overview

The road to becoming an empress is paved with treachery. Ruyi is a consort who quickly learns to navigate the treacherous politics of the the royal court and move up the ranks. After becoming Empress, Ruyi still must survive the many conspiracies against her. Her relationship with Emperor Qianlong becomes eroded even when Ruyi is able to overcome the challenges. Can Ruyi maintain her role as Empress under such difficult circumstances?

Cast

Zhou Xun

Ulanara Ruyi

Wallace Huo

Aisin-Gioro Hongli

Ning Chang

Keliyete Hailan

Dong Jie

Fuca Langhua

Xin Zhilei

Jin Yuyan

Tong Yao

Gao Xiyue

Li Chun

Wei Yanwan

Hu Ke

Su Lüyun

He Hongshan

Bai Ruiji

Cao Xiwen

Chen Wanyin

Karlina Zhang

Barin Meiruo

Li Qin

Han Xiangjian