Based on the Tang dynasty's "The Tale of Li Wa (Li Wa Zhuan)," this film follows the romance between Zheng Yuanhe, son of the Changzhou provincial governor, and Li Yaxian, a renowned courtesan. Billed as "Authentic Taiwanese Opera," this production marks the first color Taiwanese opera film. Yang Li-hua leads the TTV Taiwanese Opera Troupe in a spectacular cast.

During the Lantern Festival, Chen San encounters Wu Niang, and mutual attraction blossoms. Chen San cunningly enters the Huang household as a servant. Through clever schemes and determination, Wu Niang resists an arranged marriage, and the lovers ultimately unite in matrimony. This film is recognized as one of the four classic Taiwanese opera plays. In 1981, Yang Li-hua juggled both television and film commitments, leading her troupe in this production. This film marked the end of the taiyupian era.