As the rebel army closes in on the city, the Crown Prince of Nanchuan leads his army into battle, successfully pushing back the rebels and saving the Emperor, Empress, and their young son. However, it is revealed that the Prince of Nanchuan's true intention for coming to the aid of the royal family was not just out of loyalty or duty, but out of his deep love for the Empress.
Despite her initial reluctance, the Empress is drawn to the Prince of Nanchuan, who has risked everything to save her and her family. As they spend more time together, their feelings for each other grow stronger, leading to a forbidden and tempestuous love affair that threatens to upend the delicate balance of power in the kingdom.
Meanwhile, the rebel army regroups and launches a fierce attack on the city once again, putting everyone in grave danger. The Prince of Nanchuan must make a difficult decision between his love for the Empress and his duty to protect the kingdom. As the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance, betrayals are revealed, alliances are tested, and sacrifices must be made in the name of love and loyalty.
