As Novoland's conditions worsen, the Shuofeng Clan worries they won't be able to provide for the upcoming tribute to East Continent.

The Shuofeng Clan's ambitions lead them straight toward danger, the clan's very existence facing annihilation.

Su Yu Ning reluctantly prepares to enter the palace. Things become complicated when she gets mixed up with the rebellious Han Jiang.

Han Jiang learns about his true identity, but some things are better left a mystery. Empress Nanku tries to emulate a figure from the past.

Sheng's prophesied destiny heightens the nerves of those around the palace, and Prince He Ge wishes to take action. The emperor decides it's time to choose an heir apparent.

Sheng insists on meeting his mother, though he is warned not to. Han Jiang decides to be Yu Ning's personal guard.

Sheng wishes to leave the palace, disgusted with his father's leadership. Yue Li's resentment toward Yu Ning grows even larger.

Sheng, Han Jiang, and He Ye part ways, knowing that the next time they meet, it might not be as friends. The empress puts her plan into action.

He Ye goes searching for the Duke Heng ship, and Han Jiang leaves to join the army.

Arch Prince Ye receives a gift with magical potential. Sheng's flashbacks from four years prior spark his curiosity.

Prince De approaches Sheng as a "friend." Together, they learn more about the faceless woman in the glass bead.

The woman in the glass bead shows Sheng her world. The emperor's illness worsens, the heir apparent still yet to be chosen.

Han Jiang and Wang Yi Jia go on an unauthorized mission and discover more than they bargained for.

Yu Ning arrives at Nanny Su's residence after years of being apart. There, she runs into another familiar face.

Nanny Su takes care of Prince Lu, unaware of his identity. He Ye is captured by a merchant family and catches the eye of the daughter, Jin Zhu Hai.

He Ye reunites with Helan Clan members from his childhood, but one of them is unhappy to find out he is in a relationship.

He Ye is mortified to realize the betrayal surrounding him, and must figure how to move forward with his life and ambitions.

He Ye sets off for the Black Forest in search of legendary beasts. Prince De tries to swindle Yu'er into giving him the glass bead.

Prince He Ge and Prince De scheme together. Sheng obsessively studies the amber begonia so he can reunite with Pan Xi.

Yu'er expresses to Sheng that she wishes to leave the palace, and therefore his side. Yu Ning and Han Jiang question the strangeness of Yishui Village.

Everyone mysteriously disappears from Yishui Village besides Yu Ning, Han Jiang, and Prince Lu. On their own journey out, Yu Ning reunites with an old friend.

Yu Ning tries to save Prince Lu, but the situation complicates when Han Jiang gets involved. Nanku Qi decides it's time to take action.

Panic and suspicion spread throughout the palace along with the news of a royal death, the future still not set in stone.

A new emperor is named, but his coronation is cut short, and many dreams are dashed.

Princess Jing declares that she will hunt down the greatly feared king of snow wolves. The emperor is again pressured to choose an heir apparent.

An heir apparent is chosen, but the decision is widely panned. He Ye faces off against the king of snow wolves.

Prince Lu and Han Jiang disagree about where to head next. He Ye and Su He finally come together out in the wild.

Princess Jing and Prince Han discuss a strategy. He Ye and Su He enter the Black Forest in search of werewolves.

He Ye and Su He set off again, but their journey is soon interrupted. Prince Lu reunites with the emperor and must explain himself.

Yu Ning expresses her disinterest in her upcoming nuptials. Arch Prince Ye returns to Tian Qi City.

Much to his dismay, Han Jiang learns of the wedding being planned by the emperor. Pan Xi is reminded of her mission.

With the banquet approaching, Sheng's time as crown prince may be running out. Yue Li hears of palace happenings through a talkative customer.

Sheng hopes to convince the emperor to cancel his marriage. Prince De brings Yue Li back into the palace.

A date is set for Sheng's engagement. Yu'er warns Sheng about the plot against him.

The mood of the banquet is anything but celebratory. With so many opposing the engagement, will anyone dare to stop it?

The banquet is in full swing and the engagement ceremonies are performed.

Pan Xi begs the high priest to let her stay with Sheng, who is being distracted by his father.

Han Jiang escapes Tian Qi City with Yu Ning, who is missing a prized possession. He Ye and Su He arrive at the Giants' underground altar.

When He Ye pulls out the Iron King Sword, Novoland faces an uncertain future. Muru Shuo is determined to make Han Jiang pay for his crimes.

Princess Jing finally finds He Ye, and she refuses to leave his side once she does. Prince De and Mister Mo concoct a new plan after the Astrology Chamber incident.

Princess Jing asks to spend one last day with He Ye while he still believes her to be under a spell.

When Tie Yuan leads an attack on the Suqin Clan, Suqin Zi Yan vows to take revenge. Han Jiang brings Yu Ning somewhere that brings back sorrowful memories.

A big and bloody battle commences, chipping away at 300 years of uninterrupted peace.

Han Jiang gets a taste of how the Wise live when he ends up in Dark Sun City. While there, he forms an unusual relationship with King Fanla.

Things look grim for the Muru Cavalry. The wine from the night of the banquet comes into question.

The emperor realizes that he's been betrayed, but is not sure who to hold responsible. Palace officials begin to forge a plan when they realize Sheng may be exonerated.

Han Shan wishes to use Princess Jing as bait to win the war. Palace officials beg the emperor to take the military power away from the Muru family.

When Sheng confronts the emperor in the royal court, the past is at risk of being repeated. Yu'er overhears Prince De and Arch Prince Ye plotting.

Sheng gains a new ability, unnerving those around him. The emperor is beside himself when he learns that he was manipulated in the past.

Officials around the palace wish to eliminate Sheng before he reveals their secrets. The hardships of war cause Han Shan to cross a line.