Sold by her aunt in 1907 to a reputable Shanghai brothel, sixteen-year-old Cassia is plucked from the rank of lowly servant by Power Chang, the fearsome boss of a Triad gang. Chastised by the
'Madame' for leaving her feet and breasts unbound, Cassia nonetheless becomes his favourite mistress and develops a taste for luxurious Living, whilst enjoying her first passionate
encounters.
But when Power Chang is brutally murdered, Cassia must fend for herself. Determined to succeed, she seduces the next Triad boss, Huang Peiyu and then his lackey, Yu, fighting to secure her
position as the 'Queen of Shanghai', whatever the cost.