Arc 1The Poison and the Proposal

Bai Mo treated Shen Qing’s poison while learning to read, helping Yun Wu, and preparing for the academy examination. After Shen Qing recovered and Bai Mo sat the exam, her family began arranging their marriage, and Bai Mo agreed to attend Princess Ping'an’s gathering.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2A Broken Promise and Betrothal

Bai Mo won recognition for her poetry and examination results, but Shen Qing rejected her after learning that his poisoning might prevent him from having children. Bai Mo agreed to marry Xiao Muzhi, and her family delivered betrothal gifts while Shen Qing admitted that he still cared for her.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries