Episode 1
Di Ziyuan is accused of treason and imprisoned in Dai Mountain. Meanwhile, Crown Prince Han Ye encounters a bandit who makes a lofty declaration.
Episode 2
Ren Anle earns a strategic position at the imperial court. A gamble is launched to bet on whether Ren Anle would end up becoming Crown Princess.
Episode 3
Ren Anle and the others come across a murder at the Lingxiang Pleasure House. Soon after, Ren Anle makes a deal to seize the culprit.
Episode 4
Ren Anle's sloppy solution for an academic fraud case leaves Han Ye furious, but things prove to be much more complicated.
Episode 5
Huang Pu and the officials of the Court of Judicial Review claim to have been wronged. Han Ye looks into Ren Anle's motives for coming to the capital.
Episode 6
Ren Anle engages in a fight with Princess Anning, resulting in an unexpected outcome. Emperor Jiachang gets furious when Han Ye refuses to get married.
Episode 7
Princess Anning discloses a little-known fact to Ren Anle about the Di Family. Huang Pu discovers a blood letter, prompting a serious investigation.
Episode 8
Upon their arrival, Han Ye and Ren Anle are startled to see the living conditions in Jiangnan. Meanwhile, Zhong Liwen quibbles about disaster relief.
Episode 9
Luo Mingxi comes to a conclusion about Princess Anning's motives. Ren Anle and Han Ye head to a banquet in hopes of exposing Zhong Liwen's scheme.
Episode 10
Han Ye proposes to create a prosperous world together with Ren Anle, but gets an unexpected response. Meanwhile, Zhong Liwen plans a malicious scheme.
Episode 11
Han Ye asks Ren Anle to remain by his side as his confidant. Later, Ren Anle insists on participating in the Crown Princess selection.
Episode 12
Mu Qing doesn't want Di Ziyuan to undergo a name change — a condition that would allow her to return to the capital.
Episode 13
As the Crown Princess selection becomes increasingly complicated, Di Cheng'en plots to arrange an encounter between her and Han Ye.
Episode 14
Luo Mingxi proposes to kill Di Cheng’en, but he meets resistance from Ren Anle. Meanwhile, Princess Anning comes to meet Princess Mo Shuang.
Episode 15
To embarrass Di Cheng'en, the Queen Mother summons her for another audience. Later, Cheng'en secures an ally as she vies for more power.
Episode 16
The Crown Princess selection is on the horizon. Trying hard to stand out among competition, Di Cheng'en's efforts seem to backfire.
Episode 17
Han Ye makes a promise to Di Cheng'en, which causes a rift between him and Ren Anle. Later, Han Ye notices that something is amiss.
Episode 18
Han Ye expresses his doubt about the true identity of Di Cheng'en. Later, Ren Anle finds herself in danger while making a rescue attempt.
Episode 19
At a banquet, Di Cheng'en risks herself to protect Emperor Jiachang from an assassination plot, while Anning grows suspicious of someone she knows.
Episode 20
Han Ye learns about Zhong Hai's tragic past. Meanwhile, Princess Anning discovers Ren Anle's secret.
Episode 21
Han Ye doesn’t want to expose Ren Anle’s true identity. Later, an attack puts them both in a dangerous situation.
Episode 22
Luo Mingxi feels relieved upon learning where Di Shengtian is located. Han Ye and Ren Anle find a chance to enjoy each other's company.
Episode 23
Luo Mingxi encourages Ren Anle to follow her heart. Meanwhile, Han Ye has to make a crucial decision.
Episode 24
To protect Anle, Han Ye is about to reluctantly enter a marriage. On a birthday banquet, a tragic history resurfaces after it's sealed for a decade.
Episode 25
Gu Yunnian claims full responsibility for a past mistake. Shortly after, Anle unveils a startling revelation to the world.
Episode 26
Empress Dowager faces consequences for her past misdeeds. Meanwhile, Han Ye and Anle's relationship becomes increasingly strained.
Episode 27
Han Ye tries to apologize to Anle for what she has endured over the past decade. Later, Luo Mingxi puts himself at risk in order to protect Anle.
Episode 28
Han Ye volunteers to go to the border in place of his father. Soon after, Luo Mingxi regains his freedom and joins Anle and Han Ye on the journey.
Episode 29
After an emotional ceremony, an assassination attempt leaves behind key evidence. Later, a clash with a powerful figure lands Han Ye in new trouble.
Episode 30
Princess Anning pays a visit to Han Ye in prison, and Luo Mingxi's finds himself at the center of a political storm as his investigation continues.
Episode 31
Before returning to Jingnan, Anle bids an emotional farewell to Han Ye. Soon after, an escalating military situation signals an impending war.
Episode 32
Facing a bitter betrayal, Princess Anning finds herself ensnared. Both Anle and Han Ye get ready to defend their country's border.
Episode 33
Tragedy strikes during the battle in Qingnan City. Di Ziyuan leads her troops to launch a surprise attack on the enemy.
Episode 34
Di Ziyuan is overcome by distress after learning of an apparent death. Later, she launches a counterattack against Northern Qin.
Episode 35
At Qingnan Mountain, Han Ye fights for his life. Di Ziyuan feels heartbroken following the turn of events in battle.
Episode 36
Deep sorrow triggers a dramatic change in Di Ziyuan, who later takes Wen Shuo to worship the ancestors of the Di family.
Episode 37
While Emperor Jiachang is in critical condition, Luo Mingxi's health deteriorates. Di Ziyuan is saddened by a new development.
Episode 38
A reunion causes Di Ziyuan to navigate her feelings. Later, a twist of fate takes place when Luo Mingxi is attacked by surprise.
Episode 39
A sudden realization leads to a change of heart, as Han Ye feels regret and decides to win back Di Ziyuan.
