1. The King's Succession

Pingjing rushes to Ganzhou as rising tensions hint at betrayal behind a sunken supply ship.

2. The Oath of Brotherhood

Pingjing and Lin Xi uncover clues, sparking suspicion of foul play in the ship’s sabotage.

3. The Langya Expert

An elite assassin attacks as Pingjing confirms the ship’s sinking was no accident.

4. The Living Witness

A near-murdered magistrate and physical evidence push the case toward the capital.

5. The Conspirators

An ambush reveals a general’s betrayal—but the court finally hears the truth.

6. Corruption

Suspicions grow as Duan Tongzhou escapes and a deadly handprint deepens the plot.

7. The Secret in the Jewelry Box

A cursed lacquer box links the empress to a long-buried secret and deadly scheme.

8. Twisted Loyalty

The empress is warned as accusations rise and Duan Tongzhou disappears once more.

9. Nameless Memorial Tablet

Old curses and hidden infertility secrets threaten royal harmony and truth.

10. The Foreign Consort

Mysterious deaths and foreign threats cast new doubt over a royal delegation.

11. Shadow of the Hermit

A hidden killer and an old enemy corner a suspect—revealing deeper motives.

12. Form of Malice

Madam Laiyang is killed after confessing—leaving her son trapped between grief and truth.

13. Awakening

Pingjing and Pingzhang reaffirm their bond while Mozi poisons Yuanqi with doubt.

14. Terms of Peace

Talks with Northern Yan mask betrayal as tensions shift toward hidden war.

15. The Target

Pingjing’s mission is betrayed—just as a deadly trap begins to unfold.

16. Royal Visit

A fragile peace is sealed with marriage—but Puyang prepares a new strike.

17. The Spark

A duel turns deadly and peace collapses—Pingjing is thrown into prison.

18. Signs of the Torrent

Pingjing proves his innocence—but war at the border reignites with fury.

19. Two Truths

A cursed prince and a buried past point to a spreading plague and ancient revenge.

20. Past Tragedy

A familiar disease returns—this time orchestrated by a long-hidden enemy.

21. Interwoven Bonds

Lin Xi falls ill as the capital seals off—Pingjing stays by her side.

22. The Survivors

A cure emerges, but suicide tattoos confirm Puyang’s elite followers are close.

23. When the Dead Walk

Pingjing is stabbed by a traitor with ties to a long-forgotten royal scandal.

24. Unlocking Frostbone

Only a rare poison cure can save Pingjing—Puyang holds the key.

25. The Brother's Resolve

Pingzhang faces a deadly trap to retrieve the cure—and chooses to risk it all.

27. That Day

Pingzhang saves his father from an ambush—but his body can no longer hold on.

28. Worry for the Future

A new emperor rises, but danger brews as Pingjing is promoted amid growing unease.

29. Inherited Will

The Chang Lin legacy continues—but enemies move to reclaim control of court power.

30. The New Emperor's Message

Pingjing prepares for peace talks while the empress plots a power shift.

31. In Enemy Territory

Pingjing infiltrates Dayu’s stronghold to expose their plan for war.

32. Betrayal

Pingjing’s war strategy is leaked—Yuanqi betrays him to the court.

33. The Secret Decree

Tingsheng backs Pingjing’s war—but the emperor’s decree forbids all action.

34. The Final Battle

Despite imperial orders, Pingjing leads a brilliant ambush as war erupts.

35. The Unwavering Path

Pingjing wins the battle—but promises to face judgment for his defiance.

36. Final Remonstration

Tingsheng dies after defending Pingjing in court, sealing a father’s love.

37. The Soul Returns

With Tingsheng gone, Pingjing is exiled—and the Chang Lin army is disbanded.

38. The Pact

Yuanqi strikes a secret deal to become a war hero—at a terrible cost.

39. The Obsidian Sword

Yuanqi hides his pact with Mozi—but his secret is nearly exposed.

40. Ambitions Accelerate

Yuanqi manipulates court ranks while Pingjing grows suspicious from afar.

41. Reunion with a Friend

Yuanqi visits Pingjing—asking advice while hiding a deeper agenda.

42. False Hero

Yuanqi’s wife learns the truth—while Pingjing warns the capital of danger.

43. The Accusation

Pingjing confesses love; Pei’er’s witness could bring Yuanqi down.

44. A Loyalist’s Regret

Xun Baisui confirms Yuanqi’s betrayal—then is assassinated.

45. Conditions for a Coup

Yuanqi prepares to seize the palace; Pingjing receives urgent warning.

46. The Rising Banner of Rebellion

The hunt is canceled—Yuanqi pivots to a full palace coup.

47. Men Rise Again

The empress dies shielding the emperor—Pingjing raises the Chang Lin banner.

48. Palace Infiltration

As Yuanqi prepares to ascend, Pingjing surrounds the city with his army.

49. The Hidden Passage

A secret tunnel and a childhood memory give Pingjing a chance to strike back.

50. The Name of Chang Lin Forever

Pingjing defeats Yuanqi—but leaves glory behind to honor his family’s legacy.