How Dare You!?

2/6/2026

In an attempt to secure an ally, Yu Wanyin visited Xie Yong'er at Kunyu Palace. However, Xie Yong'er, also a transmigrator, viewed Wanyin through the lens of the original novel, remembering her as a cruel villainess who had previously pushed her into a pond.

2/6/2026

Xiahou Dan brought Yu Wanyin to pay respects to the Empress Dowager. To lower her guard, he adopted a submissive stance, even apologizing for his own "terrible temper."

2/6/2026

Yu Wanyin narrowly escaped the library fire, but she was left injured and suffering from a high fever after leaping from the third floor into the water.

2/6/2026

Just as the assassin's blade was closing in, the proprietress of the tavern intervened with startling speed, saving Xiahou Dan and Yu Wanyin.

2/6/2026

Following the successful recovery of Xu Yao's records, Yu Wanyin and Xiahou Dan face a new political storm.

2/7/2026

Yu Wanyin woke the next morning with a crushing hangover and a heart full of dread.

2/7/2026

On the pleasure boat, Xiahou Dan delivered a stirring address to the scholars, urging them to remain the "backbone of Great Xia" and hold onto their lofty ambitions.

2/8/2026

As preparations for the Flower Festival Banquet began, Yu Wanyin felt nothing but contempt for the palace's wastefulness while the common people faced starvation.

2/8/2026

Confronted with Yu Wanyin’s relentless questions about his corporate identity, Xiahou Dan initially deflected, claiming a loss of memory to avoid shattering her trust.

2/9/2026

Xiahou Dan explodes in rage upon discovering that the national treasury is completely depleted.

2/9/2026

Xiao Tiancai arrived at Consort Xie's palace to treat her persistent cough, only for the two to recognize each other from a chance encounter on a rainy night.

2/10/2026

Wanyin orchestrates a bold misdirection that shifts suspicion toward the Dowager Empress. Trust deepens between her and Xiahou Dan as war looms.

2/10/2026

Court politics intensify when rumors of Wanyin’s fall from favor spread. Xiahou Dan balances reform, romance, and the threat of foreign invasion.

2/11/2026

As foreign envoys approach, pregnancy, deception, and survival collide. Loyalties fracture inside the harem.

2/11/2026

At a grand banquet, assassination plots unfold from multiple sides. Wanyin reveals her modern identity to Xie Yong’er, shattering illusions.

2/12/2026

Conspiracies escalate as rival factions plan regicide and regime change. Hidden motives behind the foreign delegation come to light.

2/12/2026

With betrayal on all sides, Xiahou Dan prepares to face an ambush at Beishan. Wanyin arms herself with a deadly new weapon.

2/13/2026

A violent showdown erupts at Beishan as assassins strike. In the chaos, alliances fracture and survival hangs by a thread.

2/13/2026

Trapped underground, Xiahou Dan confronts enemies and past trauma. Wanyin arrives just in time — but the cost is devastating.

2/14/2026

Poison, paralysis, and political fallout shake the capital. Xiahou Dan proposes peace, but his health begins to fail.

2/14/2026

A fragile alliance is signed as the Dowager Empress collapses. Romance blooms openly — but hidden consequences remain.

2/15/2026

As reforms begin, an ambush nearly claims Wanyin’s life. Xiahou Dan risks everything to protect her.

2/15/2026

After a near-fatal confrontation with Xiahou Bo, Wanyin is crowned Empress. But a new poison sends Xiahou Dan spiraling out of control.

2/16/2026

As funeral rites begin, Wanyin searches desperately for a cure. Xiahou Bo hardens his resolve for revenge.

2/17/2026

At the Dowager Empress’s burial, civil war erupts. Betrayal leads to devastating sacrifice and heartbreaking loss.

2/17/2026

On the run, Wanyin discovers Xiahou Dan’s hidden identity as fellow transmigrator “Zhang San.” The capital falls under Xiahou Bo’s control.

2/18/2026

Believed dead, Xiahou Dan secretly regroups with loyal forces. Wanyin refuses to abandon him and prepares to reclaim the throne.

2/18/2026

The emperor reunites with Wanyin as rebellion ignites. Old friends face impossible choices in a divided empire.

2/18/2026

A final coup erupts within the capital walls. Xiahou Dan and Wanyin publicly reclaim power, ending Xiahou Bo’s rebellion.

2/18/2026

With victory secured, reforms begin — but prophecy warns that only one of the “two stars” can survive. A deadly betrayal strikes from within.

2/18/2026

Wanyin risks everything to cure Xiahou Dan’s poison. As peace finally arrives, love transcends worlds — leading to a bittersweet reunion in modern times.