The country of Sokan is in turmoil. Following the death of the Emperor, a power struggle over the line of succession ensues. To cement the crown prince`s rule, he must find a suitable bride. And so, the hunt for a new empress begins! Ginga is a straightforward, lively country girl who joins the competition for the emperor`s hand. Her earnest innocence shocks and reinvigorates the denizens of the palace. But can one girl`s optimistic spirit help to save a kingdom facing threats both from within and from without?