Arc 1A Prince’s First Allies

Zhou Ye built support for Wei Mingxiu while navigating court rivalries, drawing Yun Shen and the Feng Family into his plans. The arc ended with Empress Feng agreeing to ally with the Zhou Family as Zhou Ya warned that Noble Consort Shu might help Zhao Hai escape.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2The Hunt and Reunion

Zhou Ye and the Feng Family helped expose the Zhao Family’s escape plot and Wei Chengye’s attempt to kill Wei Mingxiu, securing Wei Mingxiu’s place under Empress Feng’s protection. Five years later, Wei Mingxiu protected a Chu delegation and reunited with Zhou Ye, who joined him on the journey to Yu Town.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries