Set in 1930s Shanghai, this legendary tale depicts how Zhang Lian Xin, born as a lowly maid, breaks through the chains of destiny in the midst of China's war with Japan. While pursuing freedom and love, Lian Xin becomes a pawn in Zhang Wen Jin's plans to overthrow his father, and along with Chong Yang, she's framed for murder. Experiencing numerous hardships together as they fight against Wen Jin and the Japanese,
