Seasons & Episodes
Episode 1
When a princess dies in a mysterious fire, officer Li Peiyi and astronomer Xiao Huaijin trace a trail of illusions to a
Episode 2
In Yanshou Ward, Peiyi and Huaijin's investigation uncovers a new murder, revealing a possible connection to the princes
Episode 3
Peiyi identifies a prime suspect in Princess Wanshun's murder - but later, a hunch steers her investigation in a complet
Episode 4
Months after the princess's case closes, a corpse adorned with flowers is found at the palace. Peiyi and Huaijin reunite
Episode 5
The murder of a loan shark linked to Hanxiao leads Peiyi and Huaijin to the Xiuhong House, where other missing palace ma
Episode 6
After their initial attempt fails, Peiyi and Huaijin go undercover to infiltrate Xiuhong House and find a captive palace
Episode 7
Disguised as a dancer, Peiyi exposes the exploitation of palace maids at Xiuhong House and discovers a high-ranking offi
Episode 8
After a rescue mission ends in tragedy, Peiyi uncovers irrefutable evidence, finally identifying the true killer.
Episode 9
Peiyi suffers extreme consequences for pursuing Lu Zhenglian. But months later, a new poisoning of nobles revives the da
Episode 10
Peiyi discovers the true identity of the dancers and their ties to Xiuhong House. Later, eerie crying in Hanliang Hall s
Episode 11
An alleged haunting at Hanliang Hall draws the investigators into another case, where they learn more about the life of
Episode 12
Peiyi and Huaijin trace the poison used on Yushu and the dancers to the Ghost Market, where their search uncovers a hidd
Episode 13
A misunderstanding puts Peiyi and Huaijin at odds. Later, Peiyi learns about a potential suspect in Yushu's murder and g
Episode 14
Peiyi reveals the mastermind behind Yushu's murder, but closing the case proves difficult. Later, the pair of investigat
Episode 15
A death by poisoning leads Peiyi to the Imperial Medical Office, where she meets a medical worker who issues a grave war
Episode 16
As an epidemic grips the imperial palace, Peiyi risks her life to help a discredited healer find a cure — but not ever
Episode 17
When Peiyi investigates the prime suspect in Huang Futong's murder, she uncovers a mysterious secret about Pei Yu's chil
Episode 18
The investigators make a breakthrough while looking into Xia Shisan's death. On the way to the capital, Peiyi takes a de
Episode 19
When Peiyi investigates a family member's death, she grows suspicious of the victim's mentor, and sneaks into his estate
Episode 20
The widow of Peiyi's murdered relative comes forward to expose Xu Daoyin's scheme. Later, Peiyi apprehends a suspect in
Episode 21
Xiao reveals his reasons for going to Xu Daoyin's mountain estate. Later, Peiyi puts herself in harm's way when she asks
Episode 22
Peiyi witnesses a tragic event that forces her to confront her family's traumatic past — and her partner Huaijin's pos
Episode 23
When a father dies suspiciously after admitting to his controversial spiritual beliefs, Peiyi follows a lead to the pala
Episode 24
When another palace official dies with a talisman in his mouth, Peiyi traces the case to a noblewoman whose servant give
Episode 25
A ruse exposes Fuqu's vengeful hatred for Wang Anping. Meanwhile, Huaijin surprises Peiyi with a confession on the night
Episode 26
With the help of Medical Officer Zhao Yudi, Peiyi devises a cunning plan to draw out a prime murder suspect by using an
Episode 27
Lv Chongshan flees when Peiyi disputes his story about her father — forcing her to seek answers from the palace.
Episode 28
As Peiyi digs for the truth, the Right Chancellor tries to stop her. Huaijin takes measures to protect his partner and t
Episode 29
In an effort to expose the Right Chancellor, Peiyi hosts the ministers alone. But when Huaijin intervenes, it could spel
Episode 30
Still in turmoil, Huaijin assists with the year-end grand ceremony. Amid a rash of suspicious accidents, Peiyi resolves
Episode 31
Ominous signs plague the palace as someone digs up an unlucky stone statue, falsifies an Astronomical Bureau report and
Episode 32
Peiyi struggles with divided loyalties after interrogating Chen Lou. Later, a bizarre occurrence interrupts the dragon-d
Episode 33
Chen Luo convinces Peiyi to assist him in a risky plan: setting an elaborate trap at the palace to ensnare the Right Cha
Episode 34
The truth comes out about Peiyi and Huaijin's plan. At the Lantern Festival, Peiyi takes her revenge on the Right Chance
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