Empresses in the Palace
S01:É01 - S01:E01 - Episode 1
During the selection, Zhen Huan's resemblance to the late Empress captures the Emperor's eye, though she wishes to avoid palace life.
S01:É02 - S01:E02 - Episode 2
The new ladies enter the palace. Zhen Huan and Meizhuang navigate the tense atmosphere and meet the domineering Consort Hua.
S01:É03 - S01:E03 - Episode 3
Zhen Huan witnesses a maid's death and a concubine's madness. She realizes the harem's danger and decides to feign illness to stay away.
S01:É04 - S01:E04 - Episode 4
Zhen Huan lives quietly in Bi's Garden. She meets a man claiming to be Prince Guo, unaware he is actually the Emperor in disguise.
S01:É05 - S01:E05 - Episode 5
The Emperor falls for Zhen Huan's wit during their garden meetings. Consort Hua is jealous of the attention given to the unseen sick lady.
S01:É06 - S01:E06 - Episode 6
The Emperor finally reveals his identity. Zhen Huan's illness "cures" instantly, and she receives unprecedented favor and promotion.
S01:É07 - S01:E07 - Episode 7
Zhen Huan's rising favor makes her a target. She receives a special hot spring bath from the Emperor, an honor usually reserved for the Empress.
S01:É08 - S01:E08 - Episode 8
An Lingrong struggles with her low status. Zhen Huan helps her, but the seed of Lingrong's future resentment is planted.
S01:É09 - S01:E09 - Episode 9
Consort Hua uses the cold palace to intimidate Zhen Huan. Meizhuang is framed for fake pregnancy after being drugged by the doctor.
S01:É10 - S01:E10 - Episode 10
Meizhuang is demoted and confined. Zhen Huan realizes the Empress and Consort Hua are both dangerous players in the power struggle.
S01:É11 - S01:E11 - Episode 11
Zhen Huan attempts to save Meizhuang. She uses a butterfly trick in the snow to regain the Emperor's favor after a brief period of coldness.
S01:É12 - S01:E12 - Episode 12
Consort Hua's brother, Nian Gengyao, gains power, making her more arrogant. Zhen Huan discovers a secret scent used to prevent pregnancy.
S01:É13 - S01:E13 - Episode 13
During the Mid-Autumn feast, Zhen Huan meets the real Prince Guo. A bond of mutual respect and hidden attraction begins to form.
S01:É14 - S01:E14 - Episode 14
An Lingrong uses her singing voice to attract the Emperor, coached by the Empress to drive a wedge between her and Zhen Huan.
S01:É15 - S01:E15 - Episode 15
Consort Hua attempts to kill Meizhuang by infecting her with smallpox. Zhen Huan risks her life to help her dear friend recover.
S01:É16 - S01:E16 - Episode 16
Zhen Huan becomes pregnant. The Emperor is overjoyed, but the news makes her a major target for every woman in the harem.
S01:É17 - S01:E17 - Episode 17
Consort Hua is demoted for her brother's arrogance, but she uses a secret prescription to regain favor, continuing her rivalry with Zhen.
S01:É18 - S01:E18 - Episode 18
The Empress uses a cat to cause Zhen Huan to fall. Zhen's pregnancy is threatened, and the palace's hidden traps become deadlier.
S01:É19 - S01:E19 - Episode 19
Zhen Huan loses her child after being forced to kneel in the sun by Consort Hua. She falls into a deep depression and loses the Emperor's favor.
S01:É20 - S01:E20 - Episode 20
Zhen Huan realizes she must fight back to survive. She uses a clever display of butterflies to win back the Emperor's heart during winter.