In an era of court intrigues and unbridled ambitions, a cunning court official emerges as the best manipulator in the kingdom. His life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes the right hand of a young king newly ascended to the throne, who quickly realizes that power is not so easy to wield. The monarch's inexperience contrasts with the official's shrewdness, as he begins to shape the king's decisions according to his interests through tricks and political games.
As tension rises in the court, a group of nobles eager to dethrone the king devises a plan that jeopardizes the loyalty of everyone involved. The official, caught between his desire to maintain control and the burgeoning rebellion, must navigate a sea of betrayals and temporary alliances. Loyalty becomes a subjective concept as old grudges and new betrayals unfold at every turn.
With unexpected twists and complex moral decisions, the story reveals how far men are willing to go for power, and the thin line between good and evil. All of this unfolds in an environment filled with splendid costumes and historical scenery that transports the viewer to a past of glamour and violence. Ultimately, the struggle for power at court becomes an intricate game of chess, where cunning and strategy are the only effective weapons.