Episode 1: Episode 1

2018-03-27

Yang Ping's peaceful way of life abruptly ends when he is relocated and learns his entire life has been a lie. His best friend, Zhong Da, learns of Ping's departure and follows after him.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 2: Episode 2

2018-03-27

Ping's new life at the palace fires up quickly as he's placed in situation he never thought possible.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 3: Episode 3

2018-03-28

Ping begins interacting with officials and attendants as "the emperor," but even though he looks the part, can he act it?

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 4: Episode 4

2018-03-28

Eunuch Zhang wishes to take proper care of the late emperor's body, but it's a dangerous mission. Zhong Da meets with Yang Xiu.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 5: Episode 5

2018-03-29

Ping refuses to push thoughts of his foster family from his mind. Zhong Da makes a deal.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 6: Episode 6

2018-03-29

Ping and Fu Shou are relocated again. A chaotic battle looms in the near future, setting everyone on edge.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 7: Episode 7

2018-04-03

The Cao family tends to Ping and Fu Shou, but they're not as hospitable as they seem. Zhong Da finds a way to see Ping in person.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 8: Episode 8

2018-04-03

All four city gates are seized by the army of Western Liang. The ferocious action puts Consort Dong's pregnancy at risk.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 9: Episode 9

2018-04-04

Ping's peaceful ways prove futile as sacrifices and wrongful deaths multiply. Unfortunately, this isn't the only thing he's been wrong about.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 10: Episode 10

2018-04-04

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 11: Episode 11

2018-04-05

The ritual of the Green Emperor is held. Wang Yue seeks to avenge his fallen brother.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 12: Episode 12

2018-04-05

Fu Shou questions Eunuch Leng's past. Meanwhile, Lady Bian calls Man Chong into question. Later, Libationer Guo Jia arrives in Xu Chang.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 13: Episode 13

2018-04-10

Guo Jia meets with Ping after hearing others' suspicions. Ping devises a plan of his own, but not everyone is a fan of his ideas.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 14: Episode 14

2018-04-10

Ping sneaks out of the palace to see Zhong Da. Deng Zhan goes to Wen County in search of a new portrait of Ping.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 15: Episode 15

2018-04-11

Ping and Guo Jia continue their battle of wits. Zhong Da tells his brother and father about Ping's true fate.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 16: Episode 16

2018-04-11

Ping and Fu Shou wait for Guo Jia to take action, afraid it could all be over. Two family members are reunited.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 17: Episode 17

2018-04-12

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 18: Episode 18

2018-04-12

Guo Jia and Ping both visit the imprisoned Dong Cheng, and Guo Jia realizes not all is as he thought.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 19: Episode 19

2018-04-17

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 20: Episode 20

2018-04-17

Guo Jia suggests a boys' day out with Ping. A third wheel tags along on the anonymous adventure.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 21: Episode 21

2018-04-18

Ping and Fu Shou set out in disguise but quickly find themselves in a predicament. Zhong Da arrives in Ye City.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 22: Episode 22

2018-04-18

Zhong Da must prove his innocence to the skeptical Duke Shen. Fu Shou still isn't convinced of Cao Pi's trustworthiness.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 23: Episode 23

2018-04-19

Zhong Da continues to use Shen Rong to make his way to Tang Ying. Ping involves himself in a gathering of scholars in Ye City.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 24: Episode 24

2018-04-19

Shen Rong takes an immediate disliking to Ping while Zhong Da plays dumb. Cao Pi meets a woman who quickly gets him into trouble.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 25: Episode 25

2018-04-24

Zhong Da wants to help Ping and Fu Shou connect... physically. A familiar face unveils a deeper backstory and a new mission.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 26: Episode 26

2018-04-24

The group lays out their infiltration plan. The least trusted member ends up with the biggest responsibility.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 27: Episode 27

2018-04-25

Cao Pi is arrested and placed in Zhong Da's care, or lack thereof. Ping's honor and morals throw a wrench in the group's plans once again.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 28: Episode 28

2018-04-25

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 29: Episode 29

2018-04-26

As he awaits his execution, Ping makes one final request. Zhong Da offers to help Cao Pi yet again.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 30: Episode 30

2018-04-26

Cao Pi finally learns the truth, but is he truly ready for it? Yuan Shao feels confident with his plan to defeat Cao Cao, but he's unaware of Ping's motives.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 31: Episode 31

2018-05-01

In order to save Tang Ying, someone else's life must be spared. Ping comes face to face with Cao Cao for the first time.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 32: Episode 32

2018-05-01

Cao Cao grows increasingly suspicious of Zhong Da, while Zhong Da challenges Ping's actions. Cao Pi confronts his mother.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 33: Episode 33

2018-05-02

Zhong Da brings a surprise guest back to Wen County, exciting some and frightening others. Cao Cao asks a dangerous question.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 34: Episode 34

2018-05-02

Unable to shake a negative feeling, Cao Cao presents a murderous mission to a reluctant Guo Jia.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 35: Episode 35

2018-05-03

Ping offers to accompany Cao Cao to the north to earn his trust. The Sima family awaits their fate as time runs out.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 36: Episode 36

2018-05-03

A torrential rainstorm brings Cao Cao's army to a halt. Ping runs into a familiar face, but the chance meeting could change everything.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 37: Episode 37

2018-05-08

With only 10 days to figure out his next move, Ping reaches out to Zhong Da for help. The time comes for Wang Yue's revenge.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 38: Episode 38

2018-05-08

When tragedy suddenly strikes, everyone becomes weary, wondering who could be the mole among them. Guo Jia's condition worsens.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 39: Episode 39

2018-05-09

Lulong faces a potential massacre when the Xianbei Tribe links up with the Wuhuan Tribe. Pan Yang offers his assistance.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 40: Episode 40

2018-05-09

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 41: Episode 41

2018-05-10

The battle rages on as Ping and Zhong Da lead the soldiers. Unfortunately, the harmony between the two soon turns to dissonance once again.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 42: Episode 42

2018-05-10

Cao Cao mourns Guo Jia, but will he collaborate with Ping as his trusted strategist recommended?

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 43: Episode 43

2018-05-15

Ping wishes to grant Cao Cao a powerful position. Will Cao Cao play fair or will it be a one-sided deal?

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 44: Episode 44

2018-05-15

Cao Cao must choose an heir, but will it be Cao Pi or Cao Zhi? A wedding ceremony is held, though the occasion is not joyous for all.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 45: Episode 45

2018-05-16

As the Cao siblings act on their willfulness, the imperial family's future grows dimmer.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 46: Episode 46

2018-05-16

With only a few days left to save Zhong Da, Ping comes to a polarizing decision.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 47: Episode 47

2018-05-17

Grant Commandant Yang hosts a banquet in honor of his resignation, but he has more than just a party on his mind.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 48: Episode 48

2018-05-17

When Cao Ren and his soldiers barge into the palace looking for an assassin, Fu Shou must protect Tang Ying at all costs.

Runtime: 45 min

Episode 49: Episode 49

2018-05-22

Cao Cao prepares for his move to Ye City as officials beg Ping to reconsider his decree. Cao Pi seeks Zhong Da's assistance.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 50: Episode 50

2018-05-22

Ping and Fu Shou spend what could be their final moments together. Big plans are made for Cui Yan's gathering of scholars.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 51: Episode 51

2018-05-23

Ping's morality begins to inspire some, but others take another step toward the darkness. Evidential letters lead Cao Cao to question Prefect Xun.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 52: Episode 52

2018-05-23

Cao Cao's physical health rapidly depletes, but he offers one final solution to Ping to help bring an end to the turbulent times.

Runtime: 47 min

Episode 53: Episode 53

2018-05-24

Ping claims to have a cure for Cao Cao, but it's not as simple as mixing medicine. Zhong Da presents a strategy to put a stop to the seemingly unstoppable Guan Yu.

Runtime: 46 min

Episode 54: Episode 54

2018-05-24

In the final episode, Cao Pi leads his army to the capital. Will a war break out, or can the nation finally be unified?

Runtime: 45 min