In a small village the daughter of a reputed scholar dreams of endless snow. Weaned on tales of great deeds she hopes to one day be able to catch a glimpse of those impressive heroes populating the stories that keep her company. Sincere wishes sometimes do come true.

Wei Mei Hui wanted very little from life. She simply wished to settle in a peaceful place and live out her days there. Unfortunately, the gods had other plans for her. Thus, she found herself thrown back in time during the lifetime of the Northern Qi Dynasty prince of Lan Ling, Gao Chang Gong, and his wife, Yang Xue Wu. Thrown in a world not her own, Mei Hui was left to find her way back, if only she could survive until then.