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.

Yuan Ling's faith towards Yuan Zhan is restored. He leaves Qing Chen in Yuan Zhan's care as he rides off to war with Liang State. Meanwhile, Qing Chen senses dark sorcery and finds Yuan Ming.