Set during the Ming dynasty during the rule of Yongle Emperor, it tells the story of a young girl named Yao Zijin, who entered the palace to become a maid of the food bureau. In the deep palace, she remains determined and slowly works her way up while perfecting her craft; while making friends and encountering an unexpected romance at the same time.

• Xu Kai
• Wu Jinyan
• Wang Yizhe
• Wang Churan
• Zhang Nan
• He Fengtian
• Liu Min
• He Ruixian