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 Cheon 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 Baek-yi, but finds herself up against their claims of innocence as they frame Mak-shim. In her desperation, Tae-young scales the government office's wall, only to come face-to-face with Yoon-gyeom, who looks identical to Seung-hwi.

Goodeoki rejects Yoon-gyeom’s marriage proposal and reveals that she is slave-born. Yoon-gyeom also reveals one of his secrets to make Goodeoki feel safe, and they end up getting married. Later, Goodeoki finds out that Yoon-gyeom has been a part of an organisation that helps children who have nowhere to go. Chief Lee hears about the organisation and accuses them of planning treason.

Things get worse for Tae-young as she loses her people one after another. When Mak-shim 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 Yoon-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.

The Magistrator who threatened Tae-young to admit Yoon-gyeom's death and live as a widow puts Tae-young in prision. Meanwhile, Lady Song takes over Tae-young's house, harrasses her servants, and focuses again on gaining the virtuous arch. Tae-young is pushed to the edge as she has to protect her family and the servants.

Tae-young finds out her hushand's true identity and decides to leave Cheongsu County. Tae-young hears that Mi-ryeong has been falsely accused of murder. Despite Mi-ryeong's confession, Tae-young begins to defend her as a legal advocate. Meanwhile, Do-gyeom is confused and upset by the fact that Mi-ryeong had approached him intentionally. Will Tae-young be able to solve Mi-ryeong's case and protect her family?