The Rise of Ning

Called home by her grandmother after many years away, Luo Yi Ning gets a cool reception from other family members – while someone tries to frame her.

Probing for the truth around past events and some faulty fireworks, Yi Ning feels drawn to the Bilian Pavilion, home of the mysterious Madam Qiao.

A very public confrontation between Yi Ning and Madam Qiao establishes battle lines and scars relationships, but also shifts the balance of power.

Shen Yuan and Yi Ning discover more about each other in the light of odd events revolving around an incense burner – but can they trust one another?

The changing ownership of their grandfather's paintings leads to severed ties and fury within the family. Yi Ning learns of Shen Yuan’s bravery.

An abduction in the forest forces Shen Yuan into a dangerous one-on-one confrontation. Yi Ning’s grandmother’s condition gets worse.

A heartfelt conversation between Yi Ning and an injured Shen Yuan brings them closer together, but she suspects he is not telling her everything.

While questions about Yi Ning’s past threaten to damage her position in the family, she holds an intimate birthday party for Shen Yuan.

Yi Ning’s distrust of Cheng Lang deepens as he seeks to find out more about the Luo residence. A house fire in the night raises questions.

Following an incident at a farewell party, Yi Ning faces an unwelcome situation when the actor Lian Qing tries to take advantage of her.