The Double

Framed for having an affair, Xue Fangfei faces a deadly betrayal from her husband. On the brink of despair, an encounter reignites her will to live.

Tong'er confronts Fangfei about her audacious plan to avenge Jiang Li. Soon after, they begin to hatch a scheme to escape their current residence.

As Fangfei reaches the Jiang residence under her new identity, she faces distrust and sabotage from Jiang Li's stepmother.

Triggered by someone from her previous life, Fangfei reveals a secret to Tong'er. Later, a display of vulnerability helps her connect with Jiang Yuanbai.

Fangfei faces a series of schemes as an important coming-of-age ceremony approaches. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng grows suspicious about Fangfei's true identity.

Fangfei is blamed for causing Jiang Ruoyao's allergy. In an attempt to get rid of her, Ji Shuran tries to arrange a marriage for Fangfei.

Hoping to join the ranks of a school for talented youths, Fangfei must confront Shen Yurong in Jiang Li's identity.

While trying to de-escalate Meng Hongjin and Ye Shijie's argument, Fangfei gets into more trouble — but her kind acts earn her several study partners.

As a bet against Hongjin threatens Fangfei's future, she must rally support and help. Xiao Heng seeks out an unusual doctor to treat Fangfei's old injury.

The annual exam kicks off, and Fangfei's team faces four grueling tests that will determine the fate of their high-stakes bet.

Fangfei faces off against Ruoyao in a music showdown. Following their consummate performances, the judges must vote to decide the ultimate winner.

Fangfei's triumph in the annual exam not only garners widespread recognition, but also the affection of some colleagues and an audience with the emperor.

At the royal banquet, a scheme to destroy Fangfei's reputation quietly brews. Meanwhile, Jiang Yu'e finds an opportunity to be with someone she admires.

At the Ye family's home, Fangfei is greeted with Ye Jia'er's reluctant hospitality. But Jia'er soon notices that Fangfei is no ordinary relative.

Fangfei steps up to defuse a crisis targeting the Ye family before enlisting her uncle to find out who's behind the deadly scheme.

Having lost his bet, Lai Biao discloses a crucial lead to Fangfei. Meanwhile, the Ye family faces an exorbitant demand for the release of Ye Mingxuan.

Fangfei shares a cherished moment with Xiao Heng after making a bold confession. Later, Qiongzhi's shocking revelation gives Fangfei a new mission.

Fangfei finds herself in danger on her way to meet a long-lost acquaintance. As more clues about Xue Huaiyuan surface, she proposes a deal to Xiao Heng.

Defying danger, Xiao Heng helps Fangfei rescue Xue Huaiyuan's followers before she faces off against the man who tortured her father for years.

Fangfei faces numerous obstacles on her way escorting Xue Huaiyuan to the capital. A devastating famine places their convoy in the chaos of mobs.

Trapped in the city by mobs, Fangfei notices that someone is orchestrating the riot. She — and the Jiang family — are now targets of an insidious plan.

Xiao Heng visits Fangfei in prison before she's briefly brought home. On the imperial trial day, she makes an audacious request before the emperor.

Princess Wanning's serious accusation threatens to blow Fangfei's cover. After the trial, Shen Yurong finds himself lost in memories of his ex-wife.

While scheming to get rid of Fangfei, Ji Shuran unexpectedly runs into an old lover. Meanwhile, Yu'e endures a harsh reality in her married life.

Fangfei's defiant act causes a disturbance in front of the Jiang family. Amidst their confrontation, danger sneaks up on both Ruoyao and Fangfei.

Ruoyao's blunt rejection of marriage stuns her parents. Soon after, Ji Shuran confronts Ji Yanlin about her wretched past.

Ruoyao's sudden illness requires an unusual treatment. The Jiang family witnesses an exorcism ritual spiral out of control.

While Ji Shuran faces the grave consequences of her years of misconduct, Fangfei must grapple with a devastating loss herself.

Fangfei steps into her new role as an imperial performer. An encounter with Shen Yurong stirs conflicted emotions in both of them.

Hoping to find Fangfei a music partner, Shen Yurong gets himself in a sticky situation. Wanning grows increasingly worried about her husband's loyalty.

At his family banquet, Shen Yurong confronts Fangfei about her real identity and unwittingly ignites a cascade of seismic problems.

After a heartbreaking reunion, Fangfei must weigh a treacherous bargain with Wanning — a deal that could land her in grave peril.

While Fangfei and the Jiang family reel from an imperial marriage mandate, Xiao Heng makes a heartfelt confession about his true feelings for her.

A startling turn of events pushes Wanning to pursue the consort she wants. Meanwhile, Xiao Heng is pressured to enter into a diplomatic marriage.

As Wanning reluctantly marries into the Li family, Xiao Heng has to seek a major favor from Jiuyue. Fangfei meets with General Xiao for the first time.

With Fangfei's help, Xiao Heng finds an opportunity to make amends with his estranged dad. Wanning and Li Jin's newlywed life takes a tumultuous turn.

As a crisis looms over the regime, members of the Jiang and Shen families must reassess their loyalty and strategize for their survival.

Imprisoned by Wanning, Fangfei gets a surprise visitor. Amidst a violent coup, Shen Yurong and Xiao Heng's tension reaches a boiling point.

As Xiao Heng's life hangs by a thread, Fangfei risks her own safety to join him and face off against an unhinged Shen Yurong.