Arc 1The Prince’s Captive Emperor

Qiao Shuyi tried to protect Liu Jinyu and draw Zongzheng Heng deeper into their relationship while he secretly sought evidence against Qiao Nanyu. After Song Chengyin’s death, Qiao Shuqin turned her resentment toward taking Zongzheng Heng from Qiao Shuyi.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2The Lost Heir and Return

Qiao Shuyi escaped Zongzheng Heng’s purge after discovering she was pregnant, then raised their son under a new identity while building a medical business in Wu Commandery. Two years later, Zongzheng Heng’s southern tour brought him near her again as Su Jingyun and Su Yunyan became entangled in her return.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries