Season 1
34 episodes · Feb 5, 2026
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S1E1Episode 1
Feb 5, 202662mWhen a princess dies in a mysterious fire, officer Li Peiyi and astronomer Xiao Huaijin trace a trail of illusions to a city ward outside the palace.
S1E2Episode 2
Feb 5, 202649mIn Yanshou Ward, Peiyi and Huaijin's investigation uncovers a new murder, revealing a possible connection to the princess's death.
S1E3Episode 3
Feb 5, 202642mPeiyi identifies a prime suspect in Princess Wanshun's murder - but later, a hunch steers her investigation in a completely different direction.
S1E4Episode 4
Feb 5, 202646mMonths after the princess's case closes, a corpse adorned with flowers is found at the palace. Peiyi and Huaijin reunite to investigate.
S1E5Episode 5
Feb 6, 202649mThe murder of a loan shark linked to Hanxiao leads Peiyi and Huaijin to the Xiuhong House, where other missing palace maids are being held captive.
S1E6Episode 6
Feb 6, 202647mAfter their initial attempt fails, Peiyi and Huaijin go undercover to infiltrate Xiuhong House and find a captive palace maid.
S1E7Episode 7
Feb 7, 202643mDisguised as a dancer, Peiyi exposes the exploitation of palace maids at Xiuhong House and discovers a high-ranking official among its clients.
S1E8Episode 8
Feb 7, 202648mAfter a rescue mission ends in tragedy, Peiyi uncovers irrefutable evidence, finally identifying the true killer.
S1E9Episode 9
Feb 8, 202646mPeiyi suffers extreme consequences for pursuing Lu Zhenglian. But months later, a new poisoning of nobles revives the dangerous conspiracy she uncovered.
S1E10Episode 10
Feb 8, 202646mPeiyi discovers the true identity of the dancers and their ties to Xiuhong House. Later, eerie crying in Hanliang Hall signals a new, haunting mystery.
S1E11Episode 11
Feb 9, 202648mAn alleged haunting at Hanliang Hall draws the investigators into another case, where they learn more about the life of one of the murdered dancers.
S1E12Episode 12
Feb 9, 202647mPeiyi and Huaijin trace the poison used on Yushu and the dancers to the Ghost Market, where their search uncovers a hidden link to Cheng'en Palace.
S1E13Episode 13
Feb 10, 202648mA misunderstanding puts Peiyi and Huaijin at odds. Later, Peiyi learns about a potential suspect in Yushu's murder and goes to confront him.
S1E14Episode 14
Feb 10, 202645mPeiyi reveals the mastermind behind Yushu's murder, but closing the case proves difficult. Later, the pair of investigators reconcile their differences.
S1E15Episode 15
Feb 11, 202645mA death by poisoning leads Peiyi to the Imperial Medical Office, where she meets a medical worker who issues a grave warning about a seasonal illness.
S1E16Episode 16
Feb 11, 202645mAs an epidemic grips the imperial palace, Peiyi risks her life to help a discredited healer find a cure — but not everyone wants her to succeed.
S1E17Episode 17
Feb 12, 202650mWhen Peiyi investigates the prime suspect in Huang Futong's murder, she uncovers a mysterious secret about Pei Yu's childhood and true identity.
S1E18Episode 18
Feb 12, 202647mThe investigators make a breakthrough while looking into Xia Shisan's death. On the way to the capital, Peiyi takes a detour to visit her uncle.
S1E19Episode 19
Feb 13, 202646mWhen Peiyi investigates a family member's death, she grows suspicious of the victim's mentor, and sneaks into his estate to attend a mysterious ceremony.
S1E20Episode 20
Feb 13, 202646mThe widow of Peiyi's murdered relative comes forward to expose Xu Daoyin's scheme. Later, Peiyi apprehends a suspect in her family's home.
S1E21Episode 21
Feb 14, 202646mXiao reveals his reasons for going to Xu Daoyin's mountain estate. Later, Peiyi puts herself in harm's way when she asks Mrs. Wu about her past.
S1E22Episode 22
Feb 14, 202645mPeiyi witnesses a tragic event that forces her to confront her family's traumatic past — and her partner Huaijin's possible link to it.
S1E23Episode 23
Feb 15, 202643mWhen a father dies suspiciously after admitting to his controversial spiritual beliefs, Peiyi follows a lead to the palace.
S1E24Episode 24
Feb 15, 202646mWhen another palace official dies with a talisman in his mouth, Peiyi traces the case to a noblewoman whose servant gives a suspicious testimony.
S1E25Episode 25
Feb 17, 202646mA ruse exposes Fuqu's vengeful hatred for Wang Anping. Meanwhile, Huaijin surprises Peiyi with a confession on the night of her birthday.
S1E26Episode 26
Feb 17, 202647mWith the help of Medical Officer Zhao Yudi, Peiyi devises a cunning plan to draw out a prime murder suspect by using an antidote as bait to lure him in.
S1E27Episode 27
Feb 18, 202648mLv Chongshan flees when Peiyi disputes his story about her father — forcing her to seek answers from the palace.
S1E28Episode 28
Feb 19, 202645mAs Peiyi digs for the truth, the Right Chancellor tries to stop her. Huaijin takes measures to protect his partner and the investigation.
S1E29Episode 29
Feb 20, 202648mIn an effort to expose the Right Chancellor, Peiyi hosts the ministers alone. But when Huaijin intervenes, it could spell the end of their partnership.
S1E30Episode 30
Feb 21, 202639mStill in turmoil, Huaijin assists with the year-end grand ceremony. Amid a rash of suspicious accidents, Peiyi resolves to support Consort Shu.
S1E31Episode 31
Feb 22, 202637mOminous signs plague the palace as someone digs up an unlucky stone statue, falsifies an Astronomical Bureau report and wipes out an entire household.
S1E32Episode 32
Feb 22, 202641mPeiyi struggles with divided loyalties after interrogating Chen Lou. Later, a bizarre occurrence interrupts the dragon-dance rehearsal.
S1E33Episode 33
Feb 22, 202639mChen Luo convinces Peiyi to assist him in a risky plan: setting an elaborate trap at the palace to ensnare the Right Chancellor.
S1E34Episode 34
Feb 22, 202648mThe truth comes out about Peiyi and Huaijin's plan. At the Lantern Festival, Peiyi takes her revenge on the Right Chancellor.