S01E04 — Chang Ning Confronts

Chang Ning’s identity is publicly challenged using the newcomer Jiang Ning. He calmly answers family secrets and turns the interrogation against his accusers. A forced test triggers his poison, ending the trial. That night, Chang Ning escapes with Cai Zhao, but they are pursued and surrounded in Qingque Town. Chang Ning accuses Pei Yuan Feng, linking him to the Chang family massacre. The truth emerges: the Demon Sect slaughtered the Chang clan, and Jiang Ning admits he swapped identities to protect Chang Ning. Though temporarily sheltered, suspicion remains. Cai Zhao later follows Chang Ning and witnesses him secretly meeting a mysterious old woman in the wine cellar.