As Jiu Si and Yu Ru’s family and friends struggle with the aftermath of her death, the Emperor reveals his true plan for the future of Da Xia. Crown Prince Fan is sent to Youzhou alone, and Luo Zi Shang is no longer his tutor. Jiang He pledges his allegiance to the Emperor and begins colluding with Luo Zi Shang. Jiu Si is on his way to completing the Yellow River dam with a wealthy business backing him.