Blossom

With the Emperor critically ill, the line of succession is uncertain. Knocked out during an attack, Dou Zhao finds herself back in her childhood.

Dou Shi Ying considers taking a concubine, driving young Dou Zhao to seek revenge for her mother. Young Song Mo's father throws him out of his home.

Determined to atone for his father's wrongdoings, Song Mo faces his unrelenting wrath instead. Dou Zhao is suddenly forced into an arranged marriage.

Dou Zhao and Song Mo become friends when their paths cross. Dou Zhao is later kidnapped, but quickly exposes her stepmother's malicious plan.

Tensions run high when Song Mo and Dou Zhao meet again. Dou Zhao advocates for peace — but Song Mo remains cautious.

Wang Ying Xue's attempts to slander Dou Zhao backfire and harm Wu Shan. Song Mo seeks a doctor for Wu Shan, and Dou Zhao arrives just in time to help.

Rejected by Dou Zhao, Wu Shan comes to a realization. As Song Mo prepares to confront the Duke of Ding, he witnesses a terrifying scene.

Imprisoned Song Mo waits for Dou Zhao to rescue him as promised. In the meantime, he continues to investigate his uncle's unresolved case.

Wu Shan wrestles with unrequited love, and Dou Zhao advises him to let go. Her misunderstanding with Song Mo deepens, leading to another fallout.

While gathering evidence aboard a ship, Dou Zhao and Song Mo finally find what they need — and Song Mo also uncovers Dou Zhao's secret identity.