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Rookie office worker Wang Cuihua is suddenly pulled into the world of a novel, where she meets Xiahou Dan, a powerful king hiding his true identity. Both outsiders to this world, they join forces to survive a twisted fate, facing political intrigue, ancient prophecies, and life-or-death choices. As they fight to change their destiny, a powerful bond forms, one that could reshape the future of the kingdom.
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- 01
Episode 1Wang Cuihua, a stressed corporate employee, is given a single day to provide an adaptation plan and evaluation for a clichéd web novel titled "Transmigrated: The Devil's Beloved Consort". - 02
Episode 16At a grand banquet, assassination plots unfold from multiple sides. Wanyin reveals her modern identity to Xie Yong’er, shattering illusions. - 03
Episode 19A violent showdown erupts at Beishan as assassins strike. In the chaos, alliances fracture and survival hangs by a thread.
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Season's bestEpisode 1February 6, 2026Wang Cuihua, a stressed corporate employee, is given a single day to provide an adaptation plan and evaluation for a clichéd web novel title - S01E02
Episode 2February 6, 2026In an attempt to secure an ally, Yu Wanyin visited Xie Yong'er at Kunyu Palace. However, Xie Yong'er, also a transmigrator, viewed Wanyin th - S01E03
Episode 3February 6, 2026Xiahou Dan brought Yu Wanyin to pay respects to the Empress Dowager. To lower her guard, he adopted a submissive stance, even apologizing fo - S01E04
Episode 4February 6, 2026Yu Wanyin narrowly escaped the library fire, but she was left injured and suffering from a high fever after leaping from the third floor int - S01E05
Episode 5February 6, 2026Just as the assassin's blade was closing in, the proprietress of the tavern intervened with startling speed, saving Xiahou Dan and Yu Wanyin - S01E06
Episode 6February 6, 2026Following the successful recovery of Xu Yao's records, Yu Wanyin and Xiahou Dan face a new political storm. - S01E07
Episode 7February 7, 2026Yu Wanyin woke the next morning with a crushing hangover and a heart full of dread. - S01E08
Episode 8February 7, 2026On the pleasure boat, Xiahou Dan delivered a stirring address to the scholars, urging them to remain the "backbone of Great Xia" and hold on - S01E09
Episode 9February 8, 2026As preparations for the Flower Festival Banquet began, Yu Wanyin felt nothing but contempt for the palace's wastefulness while the common pe - S01E10
Episode 10February 8, 2026Confronted with Yu Wanyin’s relentless questions about his corporate identity, Xiahou Dan initially deflected, claiming a loss of memory to - S01E11
Episode 11February 9, 2026Xiahou Dan explodes in rage upon discovering that the national treasury is completely depleted. - S01E12
Episode 12February 9, 2026Xiao Tiancai arrived at Consort Xie's palace to treat her persistent cough, only for the two to recognize each other from a chance encounter - S01E13
Episode 13February 10, 2026Wanyin orchestrates a bold misdirection that shifts suspicion toward the Dowager Empress. Trust deepens between her and Xiahou Dan as war lo - S01E14
Episode 14February 10, 2026Court politics intensify when rumors of Wanyin’s fall from favor spread. Xiahou Dan balances reform, romance, and the threat of foreign inva - S01E15
Episode 15February 11, 2026—As foreign envoys approach, pregnancy, deception, and survival collide. Loyalties fracture inside the harem. - S01E16
Episode 16February 11, 2026At a grand banquet, assassination plots unfold from multiple sides. Wanyin reveals her modern identity to Xie Yong’er, shattering illusions. - S01E17
Episode 17February 12, 2026Conspiracies escalate as rival factions plan regicide and regime change. Hidden motives behind the foreign delegation come to light. - S01E18
Episode 18February 12, 2026With betrayal on all sides, Xiahou Dan prepares to face an ambush at Beishan. Wanyin arms herself with a deadly new weapon. - S01E19
Episode 19February 13, 2026A violent showdown erupts at Beishan as assassins strike. In the chaos, alliances fracture and survival hangs by a thread. - S01E20
Episode 20February 13, 2026Trapped underground, Xiahou Dan confronts enemies and past trauma. Wanyin arrives just in time — but the cost is devastating. - S01E21
Episode 21February 14, 2026Poison, paralysis, and political fallout shake the capital. Xiahou Dan proposes peace, but his health begins to fail. - S01E22
Episode 22February 14, 2026A fragile alliance is signed as the Dowager Empress collapses. Romance blooms openly — but hidden consequences remain. - S01E23
Episode 23February 15, 2026As reforms begin, an ambush nearly claims Wanyin’s life. Xiahou Dan risks everything to protect her. - S01E24
Episode 24February 15, 2026After a near-fatal confrontation with Xiahou Bo, Wanyin is crowned Empress. But a new poison sends Xiahou Dan spiraling out of control. - S01E25
Episode 25February 16, 2026As funeral rites begin, Wanyin searches desperately for a cure. Xiahou Bo hardens his resolve for revenge. - S01E26
Episode 26February 17, 2026At the Dowager Empress’s burial, civil war erupts. Betrayal leads to devastating sacrifice and heartbreaking loss. - S01E27
Episode 27February 17, 2026On the run, Wanyin discovers Xiahou Dan’s hidden identity as fellow transmigrator “Zhang San.” The capital falls under Xiahou Bo’s control. - S01E28
Episode 28February 18, 2026Believed dead, Xiahou Dan secretly regroups with loyal forces. Wanyin refuses to abandon him and prepares to reclaim the throne. - S01E29
Episode 29February 18, 2026—The emperor reunites with Wanyin as rebellion ignites. Old friends face impossible choices in a divided empire. - S01E30
Episode 30February 18, 2026A final coup erupts within the capital walls. Xiahou Dan and Wanyin publicly reclaim power, ending Xiahou Bo’s rebellion. - S01E31
Episode 31February 18, 2026With victory secured, reforms begin — but prophecy warns that only one of the “two stars” can survive. A deadly betrayal strikes from within - S01E32
Episode 32February 18, 2026Wanyin risks everything to cure Xiahou Dan’s poison. As peace finally arrives, love transcends worlds — leading to a bittersweet reunion in
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