Yuan Zhan hears of Qing Chen's need for the sacred pebbles and retrieves one from his mother. Meanwhile, the emperor forces Yuan Ling to choose between Qing Chen and her life.

Yuan Ling and Duo Xia, princess of the A'Chai Tribes marriage is confirmed as the emperor threatens him with Qing Chen's life. Meanwhile, the ministers of the court gather to discuss the appointment of a new crown prince.

The prince of Liang State, Xiao Xu, sends assassins to Duo Xia on her wedding day, however they prove no match for Yuan Ling which angers Mukesha. Yuan Zhan chases after the Xiao Xu but Yuan Ming holds him back allowing him to escape.