Original: 옥씨부인전
The fierce survival and success of a female slave in the Joseon Dynasty, and the story of a woman whose name, identity, and even her husband were all fake.
Goodeoki, a skilled slave, while preparing to escape from her master's house with her sick father hides in Seo In's home. Misunderstandings with Seo In's fiancée, So Hye, lead to a humiliating punishment. Meanwhile, Lady Ok Tae Young, returning from Qing, stays at an inn. How will the fates of Goodeoki and Ok Tae Young intertwine as they navigate their challenges?
Goodeoki, who now identifies herself as Ok Tae Young to conceal her identity, hides in a secluded annex. Wearing a veil to seek revenge for the late Tae Young, she assists in capturing a group of bandits who raided the inn. The discerning madam Han begins to take an interest in Goodeoki's cleverness. Meanwhile, Seo In, now a storyteller named Chon Seung Hwi, reappears before Goodeoki. Can the two recognize each other under their new names?
Tae Young accuses the Baek Do Gwang family of killing Baekyi, but finds herself up against their claims of innocence as they frame Mak Sim. In her desperation, Tae Young scales the government office's wall, only to come face-to-face with Yun Gyeom, who looks identical to Seung Hwi.
Tae Young joins Gyu Jin to rescue abducted children, aided by a masked man she suspects is Yun Gyeom. Her doubts deepen upon finding a mark on his shoulder. Meanwhile, rumors about a traitor in Cheongsu County spread.
Things get worse for Tae Young as she loses her people one after another. When Mak Sim is at the risk of being sold at a slave market, Tae Young steps in to save her. Meanwhile, Seung Hwi returns to Cheongsu County after hearing about Tae Young's tragedy, and Tae Young finally decides to make her move to restore everything.
Tae Young and Seung Hwi fall into a trap as they try to rescue abducted children. As Chief Lee's misdeeds and evil schemes unveil, Tae Young cannot hold in her rage and does what she can as a legal advocate. Will Tae Young be able to clear Gyu Jin's name and protect her family?
Seung Hwi cannot hide his love for Tae Young once they reunite after a long time. They spend a dreamlike time together, and finally, confront their feelings for each other. Unfortunately, their time to part ways is just around the corner. Meanwhile, Mi Ryeong plans to take revenge against Tae Young while she is away, and Tae Young is terrified at a tragic news.
After Yun Gyeom is found dead, rumors about Tae Young spread in Cheongsu County. Tae Young loses her place in the office as she is mistreated for becoming a widow. Things are about to get worse when she is nearly prohibited from leaving the house. Meanwhile, Lady Song, who is all about taking revenge on Tae Young, tries to use Mi Ryeong to fulfill her desire.
Tae Young is imprisoned and Lady Song takes advantage. To protect her family, Tae Young must make a decision.
Tae Yound finds out the identity of her hushand. Meanwhile, Mi Ryeong is accused for murder.
Tae Young finds it awkward to treat Seung Hwi as her husband. Meanwhile, So Hye's appearance creates tension.
Tae Young and Seung Hwi are determined to live as a real couple, while Cheongsu County is in trouble again.
So Hye believes Tae Young is Goodeoki and goes all out to get her. Will she be able to get away once more?
Cheongsu County is on a downfall, and Tae Young and Seung Hwi try to find a way to save everyone.
Tae Young and Seung Hwi are at risk as their true identities are threatened to be revealed.
Tae Young risks her life to find out what Bak Jun Gi is behind, and Seung Hwi begins writing his last book.
