Guo Hai was the second son of Guo Xong and Crown Prince of Xu Xang. He became Emperor of Jin after his father's death. However, he was constantly beset by his 4 half-brothers who vied for the throne. Guo Hong, manipulated by his mother, attempted to assassinate Hai, but he discovered him. Hai regretably executed him. However, Lady Ming did not give up. She married Hai's brother, Guo Cong and changed his birth records. Regent Jiang Qi saw them and had Guo Hai executed. Guo Cong the accended the throne.