Elise is a powerhouse of intellect hidden behind the face of a delicate lady. Armed with the future knowledge of anesthesia, sterilization, and complex surgery, she begins to perform miracles that defy the era's understanding of medicine. While the imperial court expects her to attend balls, Elise is in the trenches of the hospital, proving that a steady hand and a sharp mind are the ultimate forms of power. As she fights to break her engagement with the Crown Prince to focus on her calling, her brilliance only draws him and the rest of the empire closer to her orbit.