Weakened by illness but strong in mind, Mei Changsu enters court politics to seek justice for a tragedy long forgotten.
54 Episodes
The Kirin Genius
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The Kirin GeniusA prophecy concerning someone named "the Divine Talent" has two princes scrambling to win over Mei Chang Su, a man who is not who he seems. In the capital, the Duke of Qing's family is facing accusations of murder.
Grand Empress Dowager
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Grand Empress DowagerMei Changsu arrives at Ning manor as princes vie for him; Nihuang’s suitor contest begins.
Sons of Two Families
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Sons of Two FamiliesMei aids Prince Jing to save a boy; Nihuang grows suspicious of his identity at a banquet.
Choosing a Master
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Choosing a MasterMei uses children to defeat Baili Qi; Prince Jing allies with him to claim the throne.
Schemes in the Inner Palace
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Schemes in the Inner PalaceMei’s plan saves Nihuang from poisoning; Noble Consort Yue is demoted for her scheme.
Principles of Loyalty
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Principles of LoyaltyPrince Yu takes credit for saving Nihuang; Mei sets rules for Jing’s alliance.
The Abandoned Garden
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The Abandoned GardenXia Dong confronts Xie Yu; Mei uncovers corpses, escalating the Duke of Qing’s case.
A Midnight Visitor
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A Midnight VisitorMei fends off an attack; Prince Xian scrambles to save a minister tied to the corpses.
A Time to Cut Ties
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A Time to Cut TiesMei advises Prince Yu to back Jing; the Emperor appoints a neutral Minister of Revenue.
The Next Target
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The Next TargetMei targets Prince Yu’s ally; Jing’s report on Duke Qing is overshadowed by Yu’s reward.
Mentor
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MentorMei outsmarts Xian’s plan to reinstate Consort Yue; Jing joins the throne fight.
Even Without a Trace
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Even Without a TraceNihuang learns Mei is Lin Shu; Jing uncovers a gunpowder smuggling plot by Xian.
The Missing Gunpowder
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The Missing GunpowderMei stops Marquise Yan’s plot to kill the Emperor; Prince Yu saves a minister’s son.
New Year's Eve
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New Year's EveMei keeps Yan’s secret; Xie Yu’s plan to erode Meng Zhi’s trust with the Emperor begins.
The Eastern Palace Strikes
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The Eastern Palace StrikesJingrui suspects Qingyao; Mei foils Xie Yu’s plan to kill Shen Zhui at a birthday party.
Anguish
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AnguishMei protects Shen Zhui; Jingrui’s party invites spark tension with martial arts experts.
The Secret Gunpowder Mill
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The Secret Gunpowder MillPrince Yu’s explosion kills civilians; Mei boosts Jing’s image to sway the Emperor.
Silent Movements
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Silent MovementsQin Banruo finds Mei’s secret room; Jing recommends a new justice minister.
Guests from Southern Chu
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Guests from Southern ChuMeng Zhi aids Jing’s throne bid; Nihuang is sent to the border as Southern Chu arrives.
Birthday Banquet
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Birthday BanquetXie Yu’s crimes unravel at Jingrui’s party; his Southern Chu ties are exposed.
Standoff at the Brink
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Standoff at the BrinkPrince Yu’s army saves guests from Xie Yu’s trap; Liyang protects the Zhuo family.
A Resolution
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A ResolutionLiyang confronts Xie Yu; Xia Jiang suspects a plot behind Xie’s downfall.
The Truth of That Day
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The Truth of That DayMei uncovers Xia Jiang’s role in the Chiyan case; Jing pushes to reinvestigate it.
Resolution
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ResolutionMei mourns the Grand Empress Dowager; Xie Yu’s exile sparks Liyang’s plea for justice.
The Fisherman’s Gain
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The Fisherman’s GainJing gains power; Mei uproots Banruo’s spies as Prince Yu grows wary of Jing’s rise.
Farewell to a Friend
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Farewell to a FriendJingrui leaves for Southern Chu; Banruo plots to seduce Tong Lu for Mei’s secrets.
"Water Buffalo"
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"Water Buffalo"The Emperor catches Xian breaking mourning rules; Mei warns Meng Zhi to avoid suspicion.
Next Opponent
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Next OpponentJing’s promotion angers Yu; Mei fears Consort Jing knows his true identity.
Hazelnut Pastries
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Hazelnut PastriesMei uses a gift scandal to boost Jing; Yu and Xia Jiang plan to reopen the Chiyan case.
Trump Card
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Trump CardMei enlists Marquise Yan for Jing; Xia Jiang and Yu plot to undermine the prince.
