Season 1
The Double
Épisodes
Episode 1
Framed for having an affair, Xue Fangfei faces a deadly betrayal from her husband. On the brink of despair, an encounter reignites her will to live.
Episode 2
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.
Episode 3
As Fangfei reaches the Jiang residence under her new identity, she faces distrust and sabotage from Jiang Li's stepmother.
Episode 4
Triggered by someone from her previous life, Fangfei reveals a secret to Tong'er. Later, a display of vulnerability helps her connect with Jiang Yuanbai.
Episode 5
Fangfei faces a series of schemes as an important coming-of-age ceremony approaches. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng grows suspicious about Fangfei's true identity.
Episode 6
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.
Episode 7
Hoping to join the ranks of a school for talented youths, Fangfei must confront Shen Yurong in Jiang Li's identity.
Episode 8
While trying to de-escalate Meng Hongjin and Ye Shijie's argument, Fangfei gets into more trouble — but her kind acts earn her several study partners.
Episode 9
As a bet against Hongjin threatens Fangfei's future, she must rally support and help. Xiao Heng seeks out an unusual doctor to treat Fangfei's old injury.
Episode 10
The annual exam kicks off, and Fangfei's team faces four grueling tests that will determine the fate of their high-stakes bet.
Episode 11
Fangfei faces off against Ruoyao in a music showdown. Following their consummate performances, the judges must vote to decide the ultimate winner.
Episode 12
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.
Episode 13
At the royal banquet, a scheme to destroy Fangfei's reputation quietly brews. Meanwhile, Jiang Yu'e finds an opportunity to be with someone she admires.
Episode 14
After the fallout with the Jiang sisters, Fangfei plans to visit the Ye family in Luyang. Later, a favor for Xiao Heng puts her in unexpected danger.
Episode 15
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.
Episode 16
Fangfei steps up to defuse a crisis targeting the Ye family before enlisting her uncle to find out who's behind the deadly scheme.
Episode 17
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.
Episode 18
Fangfei shares a cherished moment with Xiao Heng after making a bold confession. Later, Qiongzhi's shocking revelation gives Fangfei a new mission.
Episode 19
Fangfei finds herself in danger on her way to meet a long-lost acquaintance. As more clues about Xue Huaiyuan surface, she proposes a deal to Xiao Heng.
Episode 20
Defying danger, Xiao Heng helps Fangfei rescue Xue Huaiyuan's followers before she faces off against the man who tortured her father for years.
Episode 21
Fangfei faces numerous obstacles on her way escorting Xue Huaiyuan to the capital. A devastating famine places their convoy in the chaos of mobs.
Episode 22
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.
Episode 23
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.
Episode 24
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.
Episode 25
While scheming to get rid of Fangfei, Ji Shuran unexpectedly runs into an old lover. Meanwhile, Yu'e endures a harsh reality in her married life.
Episode 26
Fangfei's defiant act causes a disturbance in front of the Jiang family. Amidst their confrontation, danger sneaks up on both Ruoyao and Fangfei.
Episode 27
Ruoyao's blunt rejection of marriage stuns her parents. Soon after, Ji Shuran confronts Ji Yanlin about her wretched past.
Episode 28
Ruoyao's sudden illness requires an unusual treatment. The Jiang family witnesses an exorcism ritual spiral out of control.
Episode 29
While Ji Shuran faces the grave consequences of her years of misconduct, Fangfei must grapple with a devastating loss herself.
Episode 30
Fangfei steps into her new role as an imperial performer. An encounter with Shen Yurong stirs conflicted emotions in both of them.
Episode 31
Hoping to find Fangfei a music partner, Shen Yurong gets himself in a sticky situation. Wanning grows increasingly worried about her husband's loyalty.
Episode 32
At his family banquet, Shen Yurong confronts Fangfei about her real identity and unwittingly ignites a cascade of seismic problems.
Episode 33
After a heartbreaking reunion, Fangfei must weigh a treacherous bargain with Wanning — a deal that could land her in grave peril.
Episode 34
While Fangfei and the Jiang family reel from an imperial marriage mandate, Xiao Heng makes a heartfelt confession about his true feelings for her.
Episode 35
A startling turn of events pushes Wanning to pursue the consort she wants. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng is pressured to enter into a diplomatic marriage.
Episode 36
As Wanning reluctantly marries into the Li family, Xiao Heng has to seek a major favor from Jiuyue. Fangfei meets with General Xiao for the first time.
Episode 37
With Fangfei's help, Xiao Heng finds an opportunity to make amends with his estranged dad. Wanning and Li Jin's newlywed life takes a tumultuous turn.
Episode 38
As a crisis looms over the regime, members of the Jiang and Shen families must reassess their loyalty and strategize for their survival.
Episode 39
Imprisoned by Wanning, Fangfei gets a surprise visitor. Amidst a violent coup, Shen Yurong and Xiao Heng's tension reaches a boiling point.
Episode 40
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.
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