Peiyi suffers extreme consequences for pursuing Lu Zhenglian. But months later, a new poisoning of nobles revives the dangerous conspiracy she uncovered.

Peiyi discovers the true identity of the dancers and their ties to Xiuhong House. Later, eerie crying in Hanliang Hall signals a new, haunting mystery.

In Yanshou Ward, Peiyi and Huaijin’s investigation uncovers a new murder, revealing a possible connection to the princess’s death.