A seriously wounded Yao Runeng is ditched in the street. A mysterious man appears to take him away and promises him to make him the pride of his family. Tan Qi is grateful to Li Bi for saving her life, but she holds a grudge against him. Li Bi apologises and explains that he was left with no choice but to save the Crown Prince at her expense. Tan Qi begs Li Bi to plead with the Emperor to spare Zhang Xiaojing’s life. Li Bi feels that saving the Crown Prince must be the priority.