Newly arrived in Bianjing, Madam Li is turned away by her own daughter. Kangning helps Fuhui teach Fan Lianghan a bitter lesson.

Sifu Teahouse opens its doors but immediately faces a slew of challenges. To Fan Lianghan's surprise, Fuhui agrees to let him take a concubine.

A costly instrument sparks a race of wits between Kangning and Chai An. On the day of the Mid-Autumn Festival, chaos erupts in front of Sifu Teahouse.

Kangning hosts a reconciliation banquet to appease Yang Xian's fury. Upon learning that someone might have a crush on her, Qiongnu makes a risky move.

To clear his name, Chai An vows to hold Liang Junging accountable. At a night market, two Li daughters fall into the hands of a group of outlaws.

Stunned by her son's choice of bride, Chai An's mother treats her prospective in-law with disdain. Kangning makes a tough decision to protect her family.

As an imperial exam approaches, Sifu House hosts a literary contest with a special prize, but an unexpected guest causes turmoil.

Du Yangxi grows closer to the Li family. Fan Lianghan tries to pair Liu Baniang with Chai An, who agrees to the meeting but has a different plan.

A conversation with Shouhua leaves Kangning to reflect on her feelings. Later, she discovers a token that reminds her of someone.

Swallowing her pride, Madam Chai seeks a way to welcome Kangning back into her family. Shortly after, Chai An is forced into a wedding.

Despite his success with the imperial exam, Du Yangxi finds disappointment in his new marriage. But Shouhua's kindness drives him to make amends.

As mounting clues lead Du Yangxi to question his wife's loyalty, Shouhua takes action to investigate who is sabotaging her marriage.

While Du Yangxi is stunned by a shocking decision from Shouhua, an unsavory rumor rapidly spreads across Bianjing.

Shouhua arranges another test to gauge Du Yangxi's commitment. Meanwhile, the opening of a new restaurant threatens business at Sifu House.

Madam Li answers a late-night plea for help from the Cui family. Soon after, the Li family argues over how to handle a growing crisis.

At an event hosted by the powerful Yu family, Shouhua confronts Yu Xiu'e about her hidden agenda. Du Yangxi's mother faces an uncomfortable dilemma.

Sang Yanrang shares a tragic story from his past. After Du Yangxi misses a celebratory dinner, the rift widens between him and the Li family.

Despite Shouhua's kindness, Du Yangxi chooses to move forward with the divorce. Yu Xiu'e's wedding takes an unexpected turn.

As Du Yangxi's family drama lands him in jail and causes a stir across the city, Shouhua asserts that only one person can save his life.

A self-proclaimed family member files a lawsuit against Madam Li. Later, Haode opens up to Shouhua about her choice of suitor.

Forced to share one night together, Haode tries to maintain distance from Shen Huizhao. Chai An unwittingly becomes a prime suspect in a heinous crime.

Haode and Madam Li must face several condescending members of the Shen family. Leshan notices something peculiar about Guiniang.

Haode gathers her sisters to strategize and help Guiniang. Soon after, an encounter with a prisoner leads her to suspect a miscarriage of justice.

With Haode's encouragement, Su'e discloses her abuser's ties to a prominent family. A casual chat accidentally reveals hints about Leshan's identity.

Haode's interest in Qiao Du leaves Shen Huizhao feeling jealous. The Shen family's trip to a secluded retreat turns dark.