Concerned for Shi Ying, Zhu Yan hurries to Jiuyi Mountain where he must endure a painful trial. In the meantime, a covert attack is on its way.

As Zhi Yuan puts himself at risk to help Zhu Yan flee an arranged marriage, Qing Gang's defiance triggers Consort Qing's anger.

Amidst a diplomatic crisis, Zhu Yan's gallant defense for Zhi Yuan awakens his past memories. Soon, she must confront yet another political marriage.

Bidding farewell to her family, Zhu Yan embarks on a perilous journey afar. While plotting to escape, she manages to aid a tormented mother and son.

Hoping to evade Shi Ying's confinement, Zhu Yan picks up a new magical technique. A formidable enemy forces Shi Ying and Zhi Yuan to fight side by side.

Qing Gang receives a visitor with a hidden agenda. In hopes of locating Zhi Yuan, Shi Ying begins a search for a woman who's close to him.

Witnessing Xueying's closeness with Shi Yu, Xuelu decides to sabotage her sister. In her search for a mentor, Zhu Yan takes on a risky challenge.

While Zhu Yan struggles to adjust to her new life as a disciple on Jiuyi Mountain, Qing Gang reaches out and asks her for an unusual favor.

Sensing a threat, Chi Yuan teaches Zhu Yan a magic technique before Shi Ying's instruction starts. Xuelu confides in Qing Gang about her upbringing.

With a heavy heart and a gift from Shi Ying, Zhu Yan decides to leave Jiuyi Mountain and is soon met with a new headache: a string of blind dates.

Zhu Yan agrees to take care of Sumo, but finds it difficult to gain his trust. Zhi Yuan visits Shi Ying in an effort to broker peace.

Xuelu carefully advances her plan to further her ambitions. Meanwhile, Zhu Yan decides to participate in a selective test.

Zhu Yan and Shi Ying confront multiple threats in the chaotic dimension. As the exam further intensifies, Zhu Yan's integrity earns her great respect.

Facing a series of hurdles, Zhu Yan tries to win the coveted first disciple position. Shi Ying hopes to convince Grand Preceptor to let go of the past.

Shi Ying allows Zhu Yan to pick a magic artifact before taking a break from teaching. Soon after, his secret mission gets disrupted by unwelcome guests.

Shi Ying wakes up struggling to piece together his memories. As Zhu Yan takes care of him, she begins to notice some unusual changes within herself.

Zhu Yan shares a treasured moment with Shi Ying before parting ways. Meanwhile, Grand Preceptor seeks belated justice for his loved ones.

On their exam, Zhu Yan and Qing Gang run into a ferocious magical beast. Quickly after, Shi Ying races to rescue Zhu Yan from another dangerous demon.

Zhu Yan decides to help Qing Gang but quickly notices something unusual about him. Meanwhile, an assassination attempt leaves Shi Ying badly poisoned.

After Zhu Yan learns a new magic technique, a hug from her accidentally transforms Shi Ying. Later, Xuelu gets ahead of her rivals with cunning schemes.

While investigating a strange disease, Shi Ying notices something unusual. Meanwhile, Xuelu forges a powerful alliance to advance her ambitions.

After clarifying his past with Zhu Yan, Shi Ying submits himself to punishment for some newfound feelings. Shi Yu's betrothal leaves Xueying in despair.

Zhu Yan's plot to flee from her wedding is interrupted by Shi Ying, and she soon stumbles upon a conspiracy that could endanger the entire Crimson Clan.

Racing to aid Shi Yu, Shi Ying becomes the target of a vicious scheme. Shortly after, a conversation with the Grand Preceptor shatters Zhu Yan's heart.

Shi Ying's fury leads him astray and Zhu Yan receives a powerful hit from him. Later, a fateful connection between them begins to reveal itself.