Joy of Life (Season 2)

Fan Xian fakes death to escape 2nd Prince's plot. He returns to Qing, reuniting with Wan'er. Court schemes unfold as he seeks truth.

Fan Xian faces suspicion at court. 2nd Prince plots to frame him. Wan'er supports him as he navigates Qing politics.

Fan Xian uncovers a plot against him. Emperor tests his loyalty. He allies with Chen Pingping to counter 2nd Prince.

2nd Prince frames Fan Xian for corruption. He uses wit to clear his name, gaining allies in the Inspection Institute.

Fan Xian investigates treasury fraud. 2nd Prince's allies sabotage him. Wan'er aids his probe, deepening their bond.

Fan Xian exposes a corrupt official, angering 2nd Prince. Emperor grows wary of Fan Xian's rising influence at court.

Chen Pingping reveals Fan Xian's mother's past. 2nd Prince plots to isolate him. Wan'er faces palace pressure.

Fan Xian discovers a link to his mother's death. 2nd Prince spreads rumors to discredit him. Allies rally to help.

Fan Xian confronts 2nd Prince's schemes. Emperor assigns him a risky mission to test his loyalty. Wan'er worries.

Fan Xian survives an ambush set by 2nd Prince. He gains Emperor's trust but faces new court enemies.

Wan'er is targeted by 2nd Prince's allies. Fan Xian protects her, uncovering a deeper conspiracy in the palace.

Fan Xian allies with Crown Prince to counter 2nd Prince. A new foe, Yan Bingyun, emerges, complicating plans.

Yan Bingyun betrays Fan Xian, revealing ties to 2nd Prince. Fan Xian uses strategy to outmaneuver him.

Fan Xian exposes Yan's betrayal to Emperor. 2nd Prince's influence wanes. Wan'er aids Fan Xian in court.

Fan Xian takes control of Inspection Institute. 2nd Prince plots a rebellion. Emperor grows suspicious of both.

2nd Prince's rebellion plan leaks. Fan Xian gathers evidence to expose him, risking Emperor's wrath.

Fan Xian faces Emperor's test, proving loyalty. 2nd Prince's allies attack his family. Wan'er stands firm.

Fan Xian saves his family from 2nd Prince's attack. He uncovers Emperor's hidden motives in the plot.

Emperor reveals Fan Xian's true lineage. 2nd Prince uses this to sow distrust. Fan Xian fights to prove himself.

Fan Xian's lineage causes court unrest. He allies with Eldest Prince to counter 2nd Prince's schemes.

Fan Xian and Wan'er face exile but plan to return. He vows to uncover temple secrets in Season 3.