In the early 19th century, Lumjuan, a clever girl who loves poetry, helps her father in the theatre while her sisters focus on becoming proper ladies. She befriends Hun, a Chinese man facing bullying. After a misunderstanding and a bomb explosion, Lumjuan fakes her death and disguises herself as a man named Chaek. Reuniting with Hun, they develop deeper feelings. However, as Lumjuan showcases her poetry, Intra, a powerful officer she despises, recognizes her and plans to capture her.