The special envoy from a foreign land gifts mirrors - a rarity in this country - to the high concubines. However, they bring mysteries as well.

Maomao joins some women exchanging scary stories on a hot summer night to provide chills.

Luomen returns to the rear palace. His observations trigger Maomao's curiosity.

Maomao is accused of attempting to escape, and is tossed into an ancient method of torture and execution.