Episode 1

S01 E01 • Tuesday, Mar 27, 2018 • Mar 27 • 46m

Yang Ping's peaceful way of life abruptly ends when he is relocated and learns his entire life has been a lie. His best friend, Zhong Da, learns of Ping's departure and follows after him.

Episode 2

S01 E02 • Tuesday, Mar 27, 2018 • Mar 27 • 46m

Ping's new life at the palace fires up quickly as he's placed in situation he never thought possible.

Episode 3

S01 E03 • Wednesday, Mar 28, 2018 • Mar 28 • 46m

Ping begins interacting with officials and attendants as "the emperor," but even though he looks the part, can he act it?

Episode 4

S01 E04 • Wednesday, Mar 28, 2018 • Mar 28 • 46m

Eunuch Zhang wishes to take proper care of the late emperor's body, but it's a dangerous mission. Zhong Da meets with Yang Xiu.

Episode 5

S01 E05 • Thursday, Mar 29, 2018 • Mar 29 • 46m

Ping refuses to push thoughts of his foster family from his mind. Zhong Da makes a deal.

Episode 6

S01 E06 • Thursday, Mar 29, 2018 • Mar 29 • 45m

Ping and Fu Shou are relocated again. A chaotic battle looms in the near future, setting everyone on edge.

Episode 7

S01 E07 • Tuesday, Apr 3, 2018 • Apr 3 • 46m

The Cao family tends to Ping and Fu Shou, but they're not as hospitable as they seem. Zhong Da finds a way to see Ping in person.

Episode 8

S01 E08 • Tuesday, Apr 3, 2018 • Apr 3 • 46m

All four city gates are seized by the army of Western Liang. The ferocious action puts Consort Dong's pregnancy at risk.

Episode 9

S01 E09 • Wednesday, Apr 4, 2018 • Apr 4 • 46m

Ping's peaceful ways prove futile as sacrifices and wrongful deaths multiply. Unfortunately, this isn't the only thing he's been wrong about.

Episode 10

S01 E10 • Wednesday, Apr 4, 2018 • Apr 4 • 46m

Episode 11

S01 E11 • Thursday, Apr 5, 2018 • Apr 5 • 46m

The ritual of the Green Emperor is held. Wang Yue seeks to avenge his fallen brother.

Episode 12

S01 E12 • Thursday, Apr 5, 2018 • Apr 5 • 46m

Fu Shou questions Eunuch Leng's past. Meanwhile, Lady Bian calls Man Chong into question. Later, Libationer Guo Jia arrives in Xu Chang.

Episode 13

S01 E13 • Tuesday, Apr 10, 2018 • Apr 10 • 46m

Guo Jia meets with Ping after hearing others' suspicions. Ping devises a plan of his own, but not everyone is a fan of his ideas.

Episode 14

S01 E14 • Tuesday, Apr 10, 2018 • Apr 10 • 46m

Ping sneaks out of the palace to see Zhong Da. Deng Zhan goes to Wen County in search of a new portrait of Ping.

Episode 15

S01 E15 • Wednesday, Apr 11, 2018 • Apr 11 • 46m

Ping and Guo Jia continue their battle of wits. Zhong Da tells his brother and father about Ping's true fate.

Episode 16

S01 E16 • Wednesday, Apr 11, 2018 • Apr 11 • 46m

Ping and Fu Shou wait for Guo Jia to take action, afraid it could all be over. Two family members are reunited.

Episode 17

S01 E17 • Thursday, Apr 12, 2018 • Apr 12 • 46m

Episode 18

S01 E18 • Thursday, Apr 12, 2018 • Apr 12 • 46m

Guo Jia and Ping both visit the imprisoned Dong Cheng, and Guo Jia realizes not all is as he thought.

Episode 19

S01 E19 • Tuesday, Apr 17, 2018 • Apr 17 • 45m

Episode 20

S01 E20 • Tuesday, Apr 17, 2018 • Apr 17 • 46m

Guo Jia suggests a boys' day out with Ping. A third wheel tags along on the anonymous adventure.

Episode 21

S01 E21 • Wednesday, Apr 18, 2018 • Apr 18 • 45m

Ping and Fu Shou set out in disguise but quickly find themselves in a predicament. Zhong Da arrives in Ye City.

Episode 22

S01 E22 • Wednesday, Apr 18, 2018 • Apr 18 • 46m

Zhong Da must prove his innocence to the skeptical Duke Shen. Fu Shou still isn't convinced of Cao Pi's trustworthiness.

Episode 23

S01 E23 • Thursday, Apr 19, 2018 • Apr 19 • 46m

Zhong Da continues to use Shen Rong to make his way to Tang Ying. Ping involves himself in a gathering of scholars in Ye City.

Episode 24

S01 E24 • Thursday, Apr 19, 2018 • Apr 19 • 45m

Shen Rong takes an immediate disliking to Ping while Zhong Da plays dumb. Cao Pi meets a woman who quickly gets him into trouble.

Episode 25

S01 E25 • Tuesday, Apr 24, 2018 • Apr 24 • 46m

Zhong Da wants to help Ping and Fu Shou connect... physically. A familiar face unveils a deeper backstory and a new mission.

Episode 26

S01 E26 • Tuesday, Apr 24, 2018 • Apr 24 • 46m

The group lays out their infiltration plan. The least trusted member ends up with the biggest responsibility.

Episode 27

S01 E27 • Wednesday, Apr 25, 2018 • Apr 25 • 46m

Cao Pi is arrested and placed in Zhong Da's care, or lack thereof. Ping's honor and morals throw a wrench in the group's plans once again.

Episode 28

S01 E28 • Wednesday, Apr 25, 2018 • Apr 25 • 46m

Episode 29

S01 E29 • Thursday, Apr 26, 2018 • Apr 26 • 47m

As he awaits his execution, Ping makes one final request. Zhong Da offers to help Cao Pi yet again.

Episode 30

S01 E30 • Thursday, Apr 26, 2018 • Apr 26 • 46m

Cao Pi finally learns the truth, but is he truly ready for it? Yuan Shao feels confident with his plan to defeat Cao Cao, but he's unaware of Ping's motives.

Episode 31

S01 E31 • Tuesday, May 1, 2018 • May 1 • 45m

In order to save Tang Ying, someone else's life must be spared. Ping comes face to face with Cao Cao for the first time.

Episode 32

S01 E32 • Tuesday, May 1, 2018 • May 1 • 47m

Cao Cao grows increasingly suspicious of Zhong Da, while Zhong Da challenges Ping's actions. Cao Pi confronts his mother.

Episode 33

S01 E33 • Wednesday, May 2, 2018 • May 2 • 46m

Zhong Da brings a surprise guest back to Wen County, exciting some and frightening others. Cao Cao asks a dangerous question.

Episode 34

S01 E34 • Wednesday, May 2, 2018 • May 2 • 46m

Unable to shake a negative feeling, Cao Cao presents a murderous mission to a reluctant Guo Jia.

Episode 35

S01 E35 • Thursday, May 3, 2018 • May 3 • 46m

Ping offers to accompany Cao Cao to the north to earn his trust. The Sima family awaits their fate as time runs out.

Episode 36

S01 E36 • Thursday, May 3, 2018 • May 3 • 46m

A torrential rainstorm brings Cao Cao's army to a halt. Ping runs into a familiar face, but the chance meeting could change everything.

Episode 37

S01 E37 • Tuesday, May 8, 2018 • May 8 • 46m

With only 10 days to figure out his next move, Ping reaches out to Zhong Da for help. The time comes for Wang Yue's revenge.

Episode 38

S01 E38 • Tuesday, May 8, 2018 • May 8 • 45m

When tragedy suddenly strikes, everyone becomes weary, wondering who could be the mole among them. Guo Jia's condition worsens.

Episode 39

S01 E39 • Wednesday, May 9, 2018 • May 9 • 46m

Lulong faces a potential massacre when the Xianbei Tribe links up with the Wuhuan Tribe. Pan Yang offers his assistance.

Episode 40

S01 E40 • Wednesday, May 9, 2018 • May 9 • 47m

Episode 41

S01 E41 • Thursday, May 10, 2018 • May 10 • 45m

The battle rages on as Ping and Zhong Da lead the soldiers. Unfortunately, the harmony between the two soon turns to dissonance once again.

Episode 42

S01 E42 • Thursday, May 10, 2018 • May 10 • 45m

Cao Cao mourns Guo Jia, but will he collaborate with Ping as his trusted strategist recommended?

Episode 43

S01 E43 • Tuesday, May 15, 2018 • May 15 • 45m

Ping wishes to grant Cao Cao a powerful position. Will Cao Cao play fair or will it be a one-sided deal?

Episode 44

S01 E44 • Tuesday, May 15, 2018 • May 15 • 47m

Cao Cao must choose an heir, but will it be Cao Pi or Cao Zhi? A wedding ceremony is held, though the occasion is not joyous for all.

Episode 45

S01 E45 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • May 16 • 45m

As the Cao siblings act on their willfulness, the imperial family's future grows dimmer.

Episode 46

S01 E46 • Wednesday, May 16, 2018 • May 16 • 45m

With only a few days left to save Zhong Da, Ping comes to a polarizing decision.

Episode 47

S01 E47 • Thursday, May 17, 2018 • May 17 • 47m

Grant Commandant Yang hosts a banquet in honor of his resignation, but he has more than just a party on his mind.

Episode 48

S01 E48 • Thursday, May 17, 2018 • May 17 • 45m

When Cao Ren and his soldiers barge into the palace looking for an assassin, Fu Shou must protect Tang Ying at all costs.

Episode 49

S01 E49 • Tuesday, May 22, 2018 • May 22 • 46m

Cao Cao prepares for his move to Ye City as officials beg Ping to reconsider his decree. Cao Pi seeks Zhong Da's assistance.

Episode 50

S01 E50 • Tuesday, May 22, 2018 • May 22 • 46m

Ping and Fu Shou spend what could be their final moments together. Big plans are made for Cui Yan's gathering of scholars.