Fourteen years after a feud was sparked, the Qiao and Wei families become united when Xiao Qiao is sent to marry Wei Shao in her sister's place.

Wei Shao sends Xiao Qiao away from Xindu after gaining the seal. Xiao Qiao vows to stop Liu Yan's evil plan. Wei Shao attacks Panyi.

Xiao Qiao is torn between Wei Shao and Liu Yan. She mourns her grandfather but, out of duty, she vows to honor her engagement.

Xiao Qiao struggles with her mother-in-law. Elders urge Wei Shao to take a concubine — though seemingly loving, he is wary of the Qiao family.

Da Qiao helps Bi Zhi bolster his position. An ill-intentioned Su E Huang shows up. Liu Yan prepares to make his move at the upcoming assembly.

Xiao Qiao welcomes Qiao Ci, then exposes Su E Huang. On the day of the assembly, Qiao Ci and Su Zi Xin confront each other.

A successful Qiao Ci helps Wei Shao with the canal project. Wei Shao and Xiao Qiao open up to each other. Su E Huang tries to win over Liu Yan.

Wei Yan leaves Yu County. Punished and exiled, Su E Huang vows revenge. Liu Yan leads his troops to war on behalf of Su E Huang.

Liu Yan leads his troops on the offensive. Wei Shao faces a dilemma. Xiao Qiao seeks help. Wei Yan attempts to support Wei Shao.

Xiao Qiao risks her life to join Wei Shao and successfully persuades the enemy forces to retreat. Liu Yan withdraws.

After a misunderstanding, Wei Shao rushes after Xiao Qiao. Da Qiao and her husband decide to return to Kang County. Wei Shao opens up to Xiao Qiao.