Arc 1The Pearl's Long Journey

Wen Qiushui moved through Yi Wenjun’s and Yueqing’s lives before awakening as Qiao Wanmian and confronting the betrayals around Li Xiangyi. She later settled as a pearl diver, crossed paths with Li Lianhua, and remained in Wang Family Village as he began teaching nearby.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2Zhaoling Takes the Throne

Wen Qiushui’s lives as Jiao Liqiao and Princess Zhaoling reshaped the Nanyin Cult and the imperial court, while Li Lianhua confronted his past and recovered from Bicha poison. Zhaoling became emperor, and her daughter Situ Baye accepted the imperial seal surrounded by family and allies.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries