Yuan Ling is successful in triumphing over enemies who kidnapped Qing Chen. He senses an enemy within, and confronts Yuan Xi about it, however Yuan Xi is murdered in the process.

Qing Chen chases the truth of the dark sorceress to the capital and acquaints Yuan Zhan. She approaches him with motive, however receives his help to be nursed back to health. Meanwhile, the palace receives news of Yuan Xi's death.

The emporer investigates his son's death and all circumstancial evidence points to Yuan Ling. Yuan Xi's mother is desperate for Yuan Ling to pay the price, using her grandson to create false accusations.