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.
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