The First Jasmine is a historical romance and political intrigue drama centered on Ye Li, the intelligent and capable eldest daughter of the Ye family. After spending eight years secluded in the mountains as a descendant of the Lishan lineage, she returns to the capital and enters an arranged marriage with Prince Ding, Mo Xiuyao, a renowned prince who is confined to a wheelchair and whose household has long fallen from power. On the same day, Ye Li’s former childhood companion, Prince Li Mo Jingli, marries her younger sister instead.
Although Ye Li appears calm and obedient after her marriage, she is secretly pursuing revenge against the officials responsible for the destruction and suffering of the Lishan lineage. Her actions soon attract the suspicion of Mo Xiuyao, who is hiding motives of his own. Having endured betrayal, loss, and political persecution, he is also quietly seeking justice against those who ruined his family and position. As husband and wife investigate their enemies separately, their schemes begin to shake the foundations of the imperial court.
At first, the relationship between Ye Li and Mo Xiuyao is marked by caution and mistrust. However, as they navigate assassination attempts, court conspiracies, and hidden enemies, they gradually come to recognize each other’s intelligence, loyalty, and strength. What begins as a political marriage slowly evolves into a deep partnership built on mutual respect and trust. Their growing bond becomes one of the drama’s central emotional threads.
Meanwhile, Prince Li Mo Jingli conceals dangerous ambitions beneath an unassuming façade. Though once close to Ye Li, he secretly manipulates events behind the scenes and pursues the throne for himself. His schemes create further turmoil within the royal family and place him on a collision course with both Ye Li and Mo Xiuyao.
As political struggles intensify, Ye Li and Mo Xiuyao join forces to expose corruption, thwart successive conspiracies, and protect the young emperor. Together, they confront powerful nobles and rival princes whose actions threaten the stability of the empire. Their alliance transforms them into one of the court’s most formidable forces as they fight to restore justice and peace.
Blending romance, revenge, palace intrigue, and strategic warfare, The First Jasmine tells the story of two wounded individuals who overcome suspicion and hardship to become trusted partners. Through their shared pursuit of justice, Ye Li and Mo Xiuyao challenge powerful enemies, uncover long-buried truths, and ultimately work to secure peace for the realm.
