While copying scriptures, Li Rong worries about Pei Wen Xuan's safety. The Empress visits Li Rong with the bad news of Pei Wen Xuan's death. But Li Rong is hopeful that he is still alive since his body has not been found yet. Instead of copying scriptures, she begins writing letters to Pei. Su Rong Qing sends his men to find Pei's whereabouts, while Su Rong Hua thinks Pei's death is a good opportunity for his brother. On the last day of the 20-day grace, Su Rong Qing visits Li Rong. While playing chess, Su points out that the evidence from Li Rong is insufficient to prove Qin's injustice and that her wilfulness will harm the Qin family and offend the noble families. He proposes to marry her. Meanwhile, in the Imperial Court, when the ministers are pressing His Majesty to proceed with the execution, a seriously injured Pei Wen Xuan announces his return with evidence. (Source: AnastasiaWun at MyDramaList)