This story is set during the Tang dynasty, during the reign of Emperor Tai Zong of Tang. Princess Gao Yang is the daughter of Lady Dai and the Emperor. She is the Emperor's favorite daughter and was spoiled with several servants and attendants. Yet, she falls for a monk named Bian Ji, but their relationship is fated. He is a lowly monk whose life purpose is to abstain from romance, and she is a princess of high status. Despite her engagement to a rich noble named Fang Yi Ai, their affair persists in secret. Meanwhile, Emperor Tai Zong deals with politics and the women in his harem. The consorts all plot against each other to win his affections. One day, a young maiden named Mei Niang enters his palace. (Source: Wikipedia)