Season 1
48 episodes · Jan 23, 2026
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S1E1Episode 1
Jan 23, 202645mAs war fractures the realm, young Qian Hongchu stumbles into a web of corruption and maritime intrigue. In the north, Zhao Kuangyin begins questioning a brutal political order that will shape both their fates.
S1E2Episode 2
Jan 23, 202645mAfter a palace fire exposes rot within Wuyue’s treasury, succession tensions erupt. As King Qian Yuanguan dies, factions move quickly — and Qian Hongchu finds himself caught between family loyalty and rising ambition.
S1E3Episode 3
Jan 23, 202645mWith the throne newly claimed by Qian Hongzuo, blood is spilled to silence rivals. When Qian Hongchu secretly calls on Huanglong Island for aid, Wuyue faces a naval standoff that tests the limits of royal authority.
S1E4Episode 4
Jan 23, 202645mPolitical maneuvering intensifies as Qian Hongzuo tightens control and sidelines powerful nobles. Meanwhile, in the north, Zhao Kuangyin witnesses a near-bloodless coup — and begins questioning what loyalty truly means in troubled times.
S1E5Episode 5
Jan 24, 202645mAs northern armies crumble under betrayal, Qian Hongchu journeys through war-torn lands and confronts the human cost of chaos. A chance encounter with Guo Rong hints at alliances that could reshape the future.
S1E6Episode 6
Jan 24, 202645mBianliang descends into disorder. Amid imperial collapse, Zhao Kuangyin, Guo Rong, and Qian Hongchu cross paths at a pivotal moment — each forced to decide what kind of men they will become.
S1E7Episode 7
Jan 25, 202645mWith enemy forces closing in, Chancellor Feng Dao prepares for a desperate defense. Moral lines blur as Guo Rong makes a ruthless call — and Qian Hongchu confronts the brutal logic of war.
S1E8Episode 8
Jan 25, 202645mUnder siege, alliances harden and ideals are tested. After witnessing both cruelty and conviction, Qian Hongchu begins shedding youthful naivety — while Zhao Kuangyin prepares a daring gamble to turn the tide.
S1E9Episode 9
Jan 26, 202645mA risky strike by Zhao Kuangyin delivers hope at great cost. As supplies run dry and surrender looms, Qian Hongchu wrestles with the meaning of loyalty in a city abandoned by its own court.
S1E10Episode 10
Jan 26, 202645mBianliang falls into massacre. Refusing to bow to humiliation, Qian Hongchu openly defies the conqueror — triggering consequences that will define his reputation and alter the balance of power.
S1E11Episode 11
Jan 27, 202645mAfter the coup at Chen Bridge, Zhao Kuangyin ascends the throne, forcing former allies to choose sides. As the Song dynasty rises, Qian Hongchu must decide whether survival means resistance — or strategic submission.
S1E12Episode 12
Jan 27, 202645mWith Song authority consolidating, Zhao Kuangyin moves to disarm rival warlords through calculated diplomacy. Watching from Wuyue, Qian Hongchu studies the emperor’s methods — and begins rethinking his kingdom’s future.
S1E13Episode 13
Jan 28, 202645mAs Song expands southward, pressure mounts on Wuyue’s borders. Torn between pride and pragmatism, Qian Hongchu confronts divided counsel within his court about whether independence is still worth the cost.
S1E14Episode 14
Jan 28, 202645mInternal dissent threatens Wuyue’s stability just as Song armies advance. When betrayal surfaces among trusted officials, Qian Hongchu discovers that preserving a kingdom may require painful sacrifices.
S1E15Episode 15
Jan 29, 202645mZhao Kuangyin eliminates remaining regional powers with decisive force, sending a clear message to neighboring states. Realizing isolation is no longer sustainable, Qian Hongchu quietly explores a path toward peaceful surrender.
S1E16Episode 16
Jan 29, 202645mAs tribute missions travel between courts, diplomacy replaces warfare but suspicion lingers. A private exchange between Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu reveals mutual respect beneath political calculation.
S1E17Episode 17
Jan 29, 202645mCourt factions in Wuyue resist submission, urging defiance against Song rule. Facing unrest at home, Qian Hongchu weighs personal legacy against the lives of his people.
S1E18Episode 18
Jan 30, 202645mA final act of loyalty tests Wuyue’s military commanders. When hardliners push for one last stand, Qian Hongchu must decide whether heroism lies in battle or restraint.
S1E19Episode 19
Jan 30, 202645mAs Song authority tightens across the south, former rulers struggle to adapt. In Kaifeng, Zhao Kuangyin confronts the loneliness of power while ensuring stability through sweeping reforms.
S1E20Episode 20
Jan 30, 202645mA crisis within the imperial court forces Zhao Kuangyin to rely on old alliances. Meanwhile, Qian Hongchu prepares for a defining decision that will permanently alter Wuyue’s fate.
S1E21Episode 21
Feb 1, 202645mChoosing peace over pride, Qian Hongchu formally submits Wuyue to Song rule. The transition unfolds with surprising grace but not without quiet resentment from those who feel betrayed.
S1E22Episode 22
Feb 2, 202645mNow a subject rather than a sovereign, Qian Hongchu navigates life inside the Song court. Trust is fragile as former kings adjust to a new hierarchy under Zhao Kuangyin.
S1E23Episode 23
Feb 2, 202645mPolitical tensions resurface when rumors question Wuyue’s loyalty. Determined to prove his sincerity, Qian Hongchu risks everything to demonstrate unwavering allegiance to the empire.
S1E24Episode 24
Feb 2, 202645mA military campaign tests Song unity, revealing cracks beneath imperial authority. Zhao Kuangyin must balance mercy and dominance as the burden of unification grows heavier.
S1E25Episode 25
Feb 3, 202645mAs succession anxieties stir within the palace, alliances shift once more. Both Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu confront the fragility of the order they helped build.
S1E26Episode 26
Feb 3, 202645mWith enemies subdued and borders secured, Song stands unified — but stability demands constant vigilance. Reflections on past sacrifices force both men to confront what unification has truly cost them.
S1E27Episode 27
Feb 3, 202645mAs legacy becomes the empire’s central concern, the court prepares for transition. Qian Hongchu, once a king, finds meaning in service rather than sovereignty.
S1E28Episode 28
Feb 4, 202645mIn the shadow of history, the era of conquest gives way to consolidation. The choices of Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu echo beyond their lifetimes, reshaping the destiny of a unified China.
S1E29Episode 29
Feb 4, 202645mAs the empire stabilizes, Zhao Kuangyin strengthens central authority, sidelining powerful generals. Watching carefully, Qian Hongchu recognizes the quiet strategy behind lasting peace and the personal cost of absolute control.
S1E30Episode 30
Feb 4, 202645mCourt tensions flare when policy reforms threaten entrenched interests. Forced to mediate, Zhao Kuangyin balances loyalty and suspicion, while Qian Hongchu proves his value in unexpected ways.
S1E31Episode 31
Feb 5, 202645mA border disturbance tests Song’s fragile unity. As military leaders push for aggressive expansion, Zhao Kuangyin questions whether conquest still serves the empire’s long-term stability.
S1E32Episode 32
Feb 5, 202645mOld rivalries resurface within the palace. When whispers of dissent spread, Qian Hongchu finds himself navigating suspicion from both former allies and ambitious courtiers.
S1E33Episode 33
Feb 5, 202645mFaced with internal corruption, Zhao Kuangyin launches sweeping reforms. The crackdown restores order but deepens the emperor’s growing isolation from those he once trusted.
S1E34Episode 34
Feb 6, 202645mA diplomatic crisis threatens the peace Song fought to secure. Drawing on his experience as a former ruler, Qian Hongchu offers counsel that could prevent another costly war.
S1E35Episode 35
Feb 6, 202645mAs the imperial court celebrates prosperity, private doubts linger. Zhao Kuangyin reflects on the violent path to unification, while Qian Hongchu confronts unresolved grief from Wuyue’s surrender.
S1E36Episode 36
Feb 7, 202645mSuccession concerns cast a long shadow over the palace. Power struggles simmer beneath ceremonial unity, forcing Zhao Kuangyin to prepare for a future he may not control.
S1E37Episode 37
Feb 7, 202645mA sudden military threat exposes cracks in Song’s defenses. With trust on the line, Zhao Kuangyin must rely on commanders he once disarmed to defend the empire.
S1E38Episode 38
Feb 7, 202645mPolitical maneuvering intensifies as factions position themselves for influence. Qian Hongchu, seasoned by loss, counsels restraint amid rising ambition.
S1E39Episode 39
Feb 8, 202645mA personal betrayal within the court shakes Zhao Kuangyin to his core. As loyalty is tested, the emperor confronts the loneliness that comes with absolute authority.
S1E40Episode 40
Feb 8, 202645mWith stability hanging in the balance, decisive reforms reshape the military and civil administration. Qian Hongchu witnesses the transformation of Song into a truly centralized state.
S1E41Episode 41
Feb 9, 202645mTensions escalate over succession and imperial legitimacy. As uncertainty spreads, Zhao Kuangyin must safeguard both the throne and the fragile unity he forged.
S1E42Episode 42
Feb 9, 202645mA health crisis within the palace shifts the balance of power. Courtiers maneuver behind closed doors, while Qian Hongchu stands at a crossroads of loyalty and survival.
S1E43Episode 43
Feb 9, 202645mThe sudden death of Zhao Kuangyin sends shockwaves through the empire. Questions swirl around the circumstances, and the future of Song hangs in delicate balance.
S1E44Episode 44
Feb 10, 202645mAs a new emperor ascends, former alliances are tested. Qian Hongchu must redefine his place in a court no longer led by the man who unified China.
S1E45Episode 45
Feb 11, 202645mPower consolidates under new leadership, but uncertainty breeds quiet unrest. Memories of conquest resurface as the court struggles to maintain the stability Zhao Kuangyin built.
S1E46Episode 46
Feb 12, 202645mWith age and reflection, Qian Hongchu contemplates the legacy of surrender and survival. The cost of peace — once debated — now reveals its lasting consequences.
S1E47Episode 47
Feb 12, 202645mAs the next generation steps forward, the era of warriors gives way to governance. The empire’s future depends on whether unity can outlast ambition.
S1E48Episode 48
Feb 12, 202645mIn the twilight of an era, history reckons with the choices of Zhao Kuangyin and Qian Hongchu. Their decisions — forged in war and tempered by restraint — define the foundation of a dynasty.