Nelly visits the unconscious Hayden, who has improved but remains in a critical state. She vows to get justice for him, while the Empress is surprised by Nelly's unexpected visit late at night.Will Nelly's plea for justice sway the Empress's decisions?

Nelly Lynn urgently seeks the Emperor's help after discovering that Hayden White has been poisoned by Ginkgo Pastry, suspecting Consort Doris as the culprit.Will the Emperor believe Nelly's suspicions and save Hayden in time?

Nelly Lynn bravely confronts the powerful Consort Doris, suspecting her of poisoning Hayden White. Despite lacking solid evidence and knowing the risks, she seeks justice for Hayden, even if it means facing the wrath of the palace's most formidable figures.Will Nelly's confrontation with Consort Doris uncover the truth, or will it lead to her own downfall?

Empress confronts Consort Doris about her scheming while imprisoned, leading to a heated exchange and Nelly Lynn's bold intervention.Will Nelly Lynn's defiance against Consort Doris lead to unforeseen consequences?

Nelly Lynn confronts Consort Doris, accusing her of poisoning Hayden White, but Doris denies the allegations and challenges Nelly to provide proof, escalating the tension between them.Will Nelly Lynn find the evidence she needs to prove Consort Doris's guilt before it's too late for Hayden?

Nelly Lynn confronts Consort Doris with evidence of poisoning Hayden White, presenting a plate of Ginkgo Pastry laced with poison from ginkgo sprouts, challenging Doris to eat it to prove her innocence.Will Consort Doris accept Nelly's deadly challenge?

Nelly Lynn is accused of poisoning a royal family member, leading to a dramatic confrontation where she initially denies the crime but later confesses, revealing deep-seated hatred and a plot that involves mutual destruction.Will Nelly Lynn face the ultimate punishment for her confession, or is there more to the story?

Nelly Lynn outsmarts Consort Doris by revealing her bluff about poisoned Ginkgo Pastries, turning the tables and exposing Doris's schemes with solid evidence and witnesses.Will Consort Doris's backers seek revenge against Nelly Lynn now that their plot has been uncovered?

Nelly Lynn, in a desperate bid to save her life, reveals that the Emperor's Uncle Mansion was aiding her, exposing the deep political machinations and the fragile alliances within the palace.Will Nelly Lynn's confession lead to her salvation or further entangle her in the palace's deadly power struggles?

Nelly Lynn discovers a dangerous conspiracy within the palace as she uncovers the Emperor's Uncle Mansion's extensive network of spies infiltrating key institutions, including the Palace Prison Bureau and even His Majesty's Imperial Study, raising fears of an impending rebellion.Will Nelly and Hayden be able to stop the Emperor's Uncle Mansion before it's too late?

Nelly Lynn uncovers a treacherous plot involving poison and a mole within the royal family, leading to a tense confrontation with Consort Doris who pleads for her life amidst the unfolding scandal.Will Consort Doris reveal the names of the moles and will Hayden White survive the poisoning?

Nelly Lynn discovers a plot involving spies from the Emperor's Uncle Mansion, leading to a critical intervention with the Empress. Amidst the chaos, Hayden White is poisoned while protecting Nelly, and the Empress promises to adopt Nelly as her daughter, elevating her status.Will Hayden White survive the poisoning and what will be the consequences of Nelly's newfound royal status?

Nelly refuses to leave Hayden's side as he remains unconscious, reminiscing about their rocky past and how he eventually became her constant shadow and top scholar, all for her sake.Will Hayden wake up to see Nelly's unwavering devotion?

After a long separation due to royal schemes, Nelly Lynn finally gets a chance to be alone with Hayden White, who has been unconscious. She prays for his recovery, and when he wakes up, their emotional reunion is filled with both joy and playful scolding as Nelly accidentally forgets about his weakened state.Will Hayden and Nelly be able to overcome the royal schemes and stay together now that he's awake?

Nelly and Hayden engage in playful teasing about their past and wedding night, revealing their deep affection and the lighthearted rivalry that defines their relationship. Hayden vows to get better quickly to settle an old score, sparking a humorous and loving exchange.Will Hayden truly make Nelly cry for her parents when he recovers?

Nelly expresses her frustration about being held back from joining Princess Hedda in battle, despite her high status as the Empress's goddaughter, while her companion dismisses her desires and doubts her capabilities.Will Nelly find a way to prove herself and join the battlefield despite the obstacles?

Nelly and Hayden engage in a heated argument about their academic achievements, revealing Hayden's insecurity about living up to his family's military legacy and Nelly's determination to prove her worth despite her humble background.Will Hayden's grandfather truly favor Nelly over his own grandson in the family's military legacy?

Nelly's younger sibling desperately pleads for her silence about a mistake to avoid their grandfather's wrath, leading to humorous negotiations about bribes and chores.Will Nelly's sibling manage to keep their secret, or will their playful bargaining lead to an unexpected revelation?

Nelly Lynn discusses with Hayden White the Empress's question about how to handle Consort Doris, who poisoned Nelly. Despite the betrayal, Nelly chooses to let Consort Doris live, recognizing the political implications and the potential backlash from her powerful family connections.Will Nelly's decision to spare Consort Doris lead to unforeseen consequences?

Nelly Lynn and Hayden White receive significant promotions from the Emperor, with Nelly being named Princess of Pingyang and Hayden appointed as magistrate of Pingyang Valley County, setting the stage for their future endeavors to benefit the people.Will Nelly and Hayden's new positions bring them closer together or drive them further apart amidst palace schemes?