S01E01 Episode 1
Framed for having an affair, Xue Fangfei faces a deadly betrayal from her husband. On the brink of despair, an encounter reignites her will to live.
The Double
S01E17: Episode 17
Having lost his bet, Lai Biao discloses a crucial lead to Fangfei. Meanwhile, the Ye family faces an exorbitant demand for the release of Ye Mingxuan.
Overview
Xue Fangfei, the daughter of a well-off county magistrate lost everything after a major upheaval. Saved by Jiang Li, the daughter of the Secretariat Director, she took on the identity of Jiang Li and returned to the capital. With the help of Duke Xiao Heng and others, she overcame numerous hardships, tirelessly fought against injustice, rescued her father who had been wrongly imprisoned, assisted Xiao Heng in upholding justice, protecting the common people, and ultimately regained a beautiful life.
Episodes
S01E02 Episode 2
Tong'er confronts Fangfei about her audacious plan to avenge Jiang Li. Soon after, they begin to hatch a scheme to escape their current residence.
S01E03 Episode 3
As Fangfei reaches the Jiang residence under her new identity, she faces distrust and sabotage from Jiang Li's stepmother.
S01E04 Episode 4
Triggered by someone from her previous life, Fangfei reveals a secret to Tong'er. Later, a display of vulnerability helps her connect with Jiang Yuanbai.
S01E05 Episode 5
Fangfei faces a series of schemes as an important coming-of-age ceremony approaches. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng grows suspicious about Fangfei's true identity.
S01E06 Episode 6
Fangfei is blamed for causing Jiang Ruoyao's allergy. In an attempt to get rid of her, Ji Shuran tries to arrange a marriage for Fangfei.
S01E07 Episode 7
Hoping to join the ranks of a school for talented youths, Fangfei must confront Shen Yurong in Jiang Li's identity.
S01E08 Episode 8
While trying to de-escalate Meng Hongjin and Ye Shijie's argument, Fangfei gets into more trouble — but her kind acts earn her several study partners.
S01E09 Episode 9
As a bet against Hongjin threatens Fangfei's future, she must rally support and help. Xiao Heng seeks out an unusual doctor to treat Fangfei's old injury.
S01E10 Episode 10
The annual exam kicks off, and Fangfei's team faces four grueling tests that will determine the fate of their high-stakes bet.
S01E11 Episode 11
Fangfei faces off against Ruoyao in a music showdown. Following their consummate performances, the judges must vote to decide the ultimate winner.
S01E12 Episode 12
Fangfei's triumph in the annual exam not only garners widespread recognition, but also the affection of some colleagues and an audience with the emperor.
S01E13 Episode 13
At the royal banquet, a scheme to destroy Fangfei's reputation quietly brews. Meanwhile, Jiang Yu'e finds an opportunity to be with someone she admires.
S01E14 Episode 14
After the fallout with the Jiang sisters, Fangfei plans to visit the Ye family in Luyang. Later, a favor for Xiao Heng puts her in unexpected danger.
S01E15 Episode 15
At the Ye family's home, Fangfei is greeted with Ye Jia'er's reluctant hospitality. But Jia'er soon notices that Fangfei is no ordinary relative.
S01E16 Episode 16
Fangfei steps up to defuse a crisis targeting the Ye family before enlisting her uncle to find out who's behind the deadly scheme.
S01E17 Episode 17
Having lost his bet, Lai Biao discloses a crucial lead to Fangfei. Meanwhile, the Ye family faces an exorbitant demand for the release of Ye Mingxuan.
S01E18 Episode 18
Fangfei shares a cherished moment with Xiao Heng after making a bold confession. Later, Qiongzhi's shocking revelation gives Fangfei a new mission.
S01E19 Episode 19
Fangfei finds herself in danger on her way to meet a long-lost acquaintance. As more clues about Xue Huaiyuan surface, she proposes a deal to Xiao Heng.
S01E20 Episode 20
Defying danger, Xiao Heng helps Fangfei rescue Xue Huaiyuan's followers before she faces off against the man who tortured her father for years.
S01E21 Episode 21
Fangfei faces numerous obstacles on her way escorting Xue Huaiyuan to the capital. A devastating famine places their convoy in the chaos of mobs.
S01E22 Episode 22
Trapped in the city by mobs, Fangfei notices that someone is orchestrating the riot. She — and the Jiang family — are now targets of an insidious plan.
S01E23 Episode 23
Xiao Heng visits Fangfei in prison before she's briefly brought home. On the imperial trial day, she makes an audacious request before the emperor.
S01E24 Episode 24
Princess Wanning's serious accusation threatens to blow Fangfei's cover. After the trial, Shen Yurong finds himself lost in memories of his ex-wife.
S01E25 Episode 25
While scheming to get rid of Fangfei, Ji Shuran unexpectedly runs into an old lover. Meanwhile, Yu'e endures a harsh reality in her married life.
S01E26 Episode 26
Fangfei's defiant act causes a disturbance in front of the Jiang family. Amidst their confrontation, danger sneaks up on both Ruoyao and Fangfei.
S01E27 Episode 27
Ruoyao's blunt rejection of marriage stuns her parents. Soon after, Ji Shuran confronts Ji Yanlin about her wretched past.
S01E28 Episode 28
Ruoyao's sudden illness requires an unusual treatment. The Jiang family witnesses an exorcism ritual spiral out of control.
S01E29 Episode 29
While Ji Shuran faces the grave consequences of her years of misconduct, Fangfei must grapple with a devastating loss herself.
S01E30 Episode 30
Fangfei steps into her new role as an imperial performer. An encounter with Shen Yurong stirs conflicted emotions in both of them.
S01E31 Episode 31
Hoping to find Fangfei a music partner, Shen Yurong gets himself in a sticky situation. Wanning grows increasingly worried about her husband's loyalty.
S01E32 Episode 32
At his family banquet, Shen Yurong confronts Fangfei about her real identity and unwittingly ignites a cascade of seismic problems.
S01E33 Episode 33
After a heartbreaking reunion, Fangfei must weigh a treacherous bargain with Wanning — a deal that could land her in grave peril.
S01E34 Episode 34
While Fangfei and the Jiang family reel from an imperial marriage mandate, Xiao Heng makes a heartfelt confession about his true feelings for her.
S01E35 Episode 35
A startling turn of events pushes Wanning to pursue the consort she wants. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng is pressured to enter into a diplomatic marriage.
S01E36 Episode 36
As Wanning reluctantly marries into the Li family, Xiao Heng has to seek a major favor from Jiuyue. Fangfei meets with General Xiao for the first time.
S01E37 Episode 37
With Fangfei's help, Xiao Heng finds an opportunity to make amends with his estranged dad. Wanning and Li Jin's newlywed life takes a tumultuous turn.
S01E38 Episode 38
As a crisis looms over the regime, members of the Jiang and Shen families must reassess their loyalty and strategize for their survival.
S01E39 Episode 39
Imprisoned by Wanning, Fangfei gets a surprise visitor. Amidst a violent coup, Shen Yurong and Xiao Heng's tension reaches a boiling point.
S01E40 Episode 40
As Xiao Heng's life hangs by a thread, Fangfei risks her own safety to join him and face off against an unhinged Shen Yurong.
Cast
Wu Jinyan
Xue Fangfei
Wang Xingyue
Xiao Heng
Chen Xinhai
Ye Shijie
Liang Yongqi
Shen Yurong
Joe Chen
Ji Shuran
Liu Xiening
Jiang Ruoyao
Li Meng
Princess Wan Ning
Yang Chaoyue
Jiang Li
Zhang Yao
Xue Zhao
He Fengtian
Jiang Jingrui
Zhao Jiamin
Liu Xu
Aimee Xu
Tong'er
