Chuen Yen was a newly-widowed farm girl. Under her mother's arrangement, she remarried a Mr. Chiang, son of an officer in town. Chuen Yen's purity and simplicity could not get herself accustomed to the new marriage and her often complained about being neglected. However, she fell in love with a young man who was her neighbor. They planned to run away. Her husband used his ranking friend's power to force away the young man and Chuen Yen was bitterly beaten and locked up. Chuen Yen spent 3 months in the dark room and gradually accepted the practical life arranged by her husband. Her rebellious attitude was replaced by her charming appearance. Only unconsciously would Chuen Yen had her rebellion and uneasiness glimmer in her eyes.