Minister of War's Residence
兵部侍郎府
The prestigious, high-ranking household where the story begins, currently under the threat of impending exile.
Gu Mansion
顾府
The grand residence of the Gu family. It features a five-courtyard layout and is decorated in a somber, dark aesthetic favored by the matriarch.
Princess's Mansion
公主府
The residence of the Grand Princess, known for hosting prestigious banquets where members of the aristocracy display their status.
Bai Family Estate
白家
The family home of the protagonist, a wealthy merchant family that prioritize their own survival over family ties, having disowned the protagonist.
Gu Family Estate
顾家
The primary residence of the protagonist's husband's family, noted for its strict household regulations that prohibit the taking of concubines.
Mystical Farmstead
农家小院
A supernatural pocket dimension acquired by the protagonist, appearing as a traditional farmhouse surrounded by farmland and fruit trees. It serves as her secret divine endowment.
The Spatial Dimension
空间
A vast, supernatural pocket dimension discovered by the protagonist. It contains multiple chambers for storage, modern processing equipment, library-like study rooms, a fully stocked modern bedroom, and a gourmet kitchen, along with fertile land for crops and livestock. The internal time flow appears to differ from the outside world.
The Capital
上京
The central imperial city where the primary political powers and the major families reside.
Hanlin Academy
翰林院
A government institution responsible for the revision of state history where Gu Kaiping is employed.
Xu Family Estate
许家
The familial home of the Old Madame. It is a minor estate currently suffering from financial decline, which the Old Madame attempts to subsidize using Gu family funds.
Bai Mansion
白府
The residence of the Bai family, Madam Bai's ancestral home.
The Capital
京
The central city of the empire where the imperial court, the government offices, and the various princely estates are located.
Third Room Courtyard
三房院子
The living quarters of the Third Young Master and his wife, characterized by refined decor and expensive tea sets, inciting the jealousy of other family members.
Secret Storage Courtyard
秘密库房小院
A disguised, vacant-looking property once confiscated by the authorities but covertly controlled by Gu Baijiang to store illicit wealth and state funds.
Imperial Palace Secondary Courtyard
皇城侧院
A private estate located near the imperial palace, secretly purchased and maintained by Gu Baijiang for his concubine.
Dinghui Restaurant
鼎汇楼
A local eatery known for its roast duck and signature braised meat, from which Gu Kaiyuan purchases food for his wife.