Raised in torture and abuse, Duanwu risks her life every day harvesting pearls from the sea — but one daunting task offers her a slim chance of freedom.

Duanwu's performance dazzles the guests at the pearl auction. As she plots a path to a new life, a sudden turn of events exposes a buried secret.

In a state of panic, Cui Ding devises a plan to flee with his wealth. Meanwhile, Yan Zijing sees an opportunity to exact his revenge.

Duanwu sees an opportunity in discarded gemstone scraps. A heated encounter unfolds between her and Cui Shijiu at Yan Zijing's poetry contest.

By helping Yan Zijing, Duanwu earns a chance to sell gemstone scraps in town. However, her first business venture quickly faces bitter setbacks.

A meeting further stokes Cui Shijiu's fury toward Yan Zijing. Hoping to make a sale, Duanwu resorts to a scheme that she later regrets.

As a challenge from Cui Shijiu threatens Yan Zijing's business in Guangzhou, Duanwu steps up and confronts dangerous trials.

While Duanwu's jewelry gains traction in the market, Zhang Jinran's investigation leads him to seek shelter in Yan Zijing's fleet.

A sudden surprise derails Duanwu's crucial business client meeting, leaving her and Yan Zijing scrambling to address the consequences.

With Yan Zijing away, Duanwu must take the lead to protect the wealth of his fleet — especially the prized pearls set to be sold at auction.

A scroll raises questions about the identity of Duanwu's birth father. To save her family, Cui Shijiu agrees to an arranged marriage.

On his visit to a renowned jeweler, Yan Zijing notices something unusual about her. Meanwhile, a sinister conspiracy lurks within the Yue family.

A brutal truth from Yue Yunxiu's dad leaves Yan Zijing devastated. Cui Shijiu, desperate to redeem herself, seeks help from a banished family member.

As a mysterious ailment looms over the Cui family, Yan Zijing sets out on a journey to the west. Zhang Jinran has a heartfelt talk with Duanwu.

Cui Shijiu makes a devious move against Yan Zijing—a desperate act that triggers a treacherous fight for his priceless jewels.

Duanwu and Cui Shijiu seize a chance to escape. Meanwhile, Zhang Jinran visits Cui Ba to rescue Yan Zijing and his crew.

While his bond with Duanwu grows deeper, Yan Zijing gets closer to the bandits who destroyed his family. Zhang Jinran visits a general for military aid.

After racing to rescue a loved one in trouble, Yan Zijing faces a vicious ambush that could wipe out everything he's built.

Duanwu, wounded and distraught, tries to make sense of the deadly ambush. Taking shelter at a suspicious inn, she unexpectedly stumbles into a reunion.

As Cui Shijiu hits rock bottom, her family also faces serious trouble. Meanwhile, Duanwu's search for Yan Zijing leads her to Yangzhou.

Hoping to promote her jewelry, Duanwu tries to approach Yangzhou's socialites and performers. But Yan Zijing is also vying for their attention.

Huan Lang receives a lucrative offer from Yan Zijing. Soon after, the competition heats up among Yangzhou's top performers.

Yangzhou's talent go all out to shine on a career-making stage, but some performances don't go as planned. Su Muzhe's risky bet pays off.

Cui Shijiu approaches Su Muzhe to form an alliance. Concerned about a damaged royal artifact, the Zheng family reluctantly turns to Yan Zijing for help.

Huan Lang receives an emotional plea from her ex-fiance. Su Muzhe's shop becomes the target of a shadowy conspiracy.