As Xiao Heng’s life hangs by a thread, Fangfei risks her own safety to join him and face off against an unhinged Shen Yurong.

After a heartbreaking reunion, Fangfei must weigh a treacherous bargain with Wanning — a deal that could land her in grave peril.

Imprisoned by Wanning, Fangfei gets a surprise visitor. Amidst a violent coup, Shen Yurong and Xiao Heng’s tension reaches a boiling point.

Princess Wanning’s serious accusation threatens to blow Fangfei’s cover. After the trial, Shen Yurong finds himself lost in memories of his ex-wife.

Defying danger, Xiao Heng helps Fangfei rescue Xue Huaiyuan’s followers before she faces off against the man who tortured her father for years.

Trapped in the city by mobs, Fangfei notices that someone is orchestrating the riot. She — and the Jiang family — are now targets of an insidious plan.

Xiao Heng visits Fangfei in prison before she’s briefly brought home. On the imperial trial day, she makes an audacious request before the emperor.

At the Ye family’s home, Fangfei is greeted with Ye Jia’er’s reluctant hospitality. But Jia’er soon notices that Fangfei is no ordinary relative.

Having lost his bet, Lai Biao discloses a crucial lead to Fangfei. Meanwhile, the Ye family faces an exorbitant demand for the release of Ye Mingxuan.

Fangfei’s triumph in the annual exam not only garners widespread recognition, but also the affection of some colleagues and an audience with the emperor.

Fangfei is blamed for causing Jiang Ruoyao’s allergy. In an attempt to get rid of her, Ji Shuran tries to arrange a marriage for Fangfei.

The annual exam kicks off, and Fangfei’s team faces four grueling tests that will determine the fate of their high-stakes bet.

Fangfei faces a series of schemes as an important coming-of-age ceremony approaches. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng grows suspicious about Fangfei’s true identity.

Tong’er confronts Fangfei about her audacious plan to avenge Jiang Li. Soon after, they begin to hatch a scheme to escape their current residence.