Queen Dugu

Dugu Jialuo faces family disgrace. Yang Jian meets her, impressed by her resolve. Their fathers arrange marriage despite her reluctance.

Jialuo demands monogamy from Yang Jian. He agrees, sparking love. Political chaos in Northern Zhou threatens their future.

Jialuo navigates court intrigue. Yuwen Hu's power grows. Yang Jian aids Yuwen Yong, earning trust but drawing suspicion.

Jialuo exposes Yuchi Jiong's daughter's affair, making enemies. Yang Jian faces battlefield dangers, proving his loyalty.

Jialuo jumps off cliff in ambush. Yang Jian saves her. Her sister-in-law dies protecting husband, deepening family ties.

Yuwen Yong grows wary of Yang Jian. Jialuo's wisdom calms tensions. She vows to support Jian's rise despite risks.

Jialuo aids Yuwen Yong's escape from captivity. Yang Jian's loyalty is questioned. Court plots threaten their safety.

Yuwen Hu schemes against Jialuo. She outwits him, protecting Yang Jian. Their bond strengthens amid political strife.

Jialuo's sister, Banruo, marries Yuwen Yu for power. Jialuo disapproves but supports family. Yang Jian gains rank.

Yuwen Yong loves Jialuo, causing tension. She stays loyal to Yang Jian. Court rivalries escalate, targeting Dugu family.

Jialuo uncovers plot against Yang Jian. She confronts Yuwen Hu, saving Jian. Banruo's ambition strains sisterly ties.

Yang Jian battles Northern Qi. Jialuo manages court threats. Yuwen Yong's distrust grows, endangering their plans.

Banruo gives birth, dies. Jialuo adopts her daughter, Lihua. Yang Jian's victories bolster his reputation.

Yuwen Yun becomes emperor, erratic. Jialuo guides Lihua, now empress. Yang Jian plots to secure power.

Jialuo faces Yuchi Kuan's schemes. Yang Jian gains allies. Yuwen Yun's rule falters, opening path for Jian.

Yang Jian defeats rebels. Jialuo outsmarts court foes. Yuwen Yong dies, leaving throne unstable.

Yang Jian overthrows Yuwen Yun. Jialuo navigates backlash. They declare Sui Dynasty, facing resistance.

Jialuo becomes Empress, reforms economy. Yang Jian faces court dissent. Their monogamy vow is tested.

Yuchi Kuan's granddaughter seduces Yang Jian. Jialuo kills her, sparking rift. Jian leaves palace in anger.