Amidst the dazzling fireworks, Jun Qi Luo and Xuan Lie enjoy the spectacle together, feeling pure joy. Meanwhile, Xuan Qing Kou seizes the opportunity to suddenly kiss Shao Qi Min, leaving him stunned. Just then, a performer rushes toward them, and Xuan Lie instinctively pulls Jun Qi Luo aside to avoid the impact, but in the process, he gets injured in the eye and loses his sight. Hearing the commotion, Shao Qi Min and Xuan Qing Kou rush over, but Xuan Lie and Jun Qi Luo have already left, leaving behind an eventful and unforgettable Lunar New Year memory.
After diagnosing Xuan Lie, the imperial physician solemnly announces that his eye injury is severe. He applies medication, estimating that recovery will take at least half a month. The king is deeply worried, as the finals are only two days away, and Xuan Lie’s injury poses a major setback. However, Xuan Lie reassures the king with unwavering determination that he will give his all in the competition, regardless of his injury. Outside, Jun Qi Luo anxiously waits, unable to see him. Meanwhile, Xi Chang Kun secretly rejoices at the news, planning to use this opportunity to defeat Xuan Lie. Fortunately, Xuan Qing Kou brings new medicine, slightly improving Xuan Lie’s condition.
Realizing the severity of his injury and its potential impact on the bigger picture, Xuan Lie hesitates and suggests to the king that if his condition worsens, Luo Zhi Zhou could take over the position of Wolf Lord. However, the king immediately rejects this idea, firmly stating that only Xuan Lie holding military power can give him peace of mind. Seeing the king’s unwavering stance, Xuan Lie remains silent.
Elsewhere, the empress dowager visits the king to discuss the matter, suggesting that if Xuan Lie is unable to recover, Xi Chang Kun should assume the role of Wolf Lord. She emphasizes that Xi Chang Kun is from her clan and will remain loyal to the king. However, the king has his own considerations—he is well aware of Xi Chang Kun’s ambition and knows that if he allows him to take over, it will be nearly impossible to maintain control.
Meanwhile, the King of Yan Nan grows increasingly displeased with Jun Fei Fan’s prolonged absence. Taking advantage of the situation, the prime minister spreads rumors that Jun Fei Fan has been secretly doing business with Bei Xuan, accusing him of betraying Yan Nan. Enraged, the king takes the bait.
At the same time, Xuan Qing Kou arrives at Shao Qi Min’s place with a betrothal gift, seeking to marry him. However, Shao Qi Min flatly refuses, making it clear that he only came to Yan Nan for Jun Qi Luo. Infuriated, Xuan Qing Kou demands to know if he ever had feelings for her, to which Shao Qi Min calmly replies that he thought she always knew the answer.
Finally, the day of the competition arrives. The rules have changed—rather than a test of sheer strength, it is now a battle of both strategy and courage. The challenge is a flag capture match: whoever plants the flag at the designated spot first will emerge victorious.
Xuan Lie confidently leads his team into the dense forest, unaware that Xi Chang Kun has already set up a deadly trap to eliminate them. Lord Sun and his subordinates, originally following Xuan Lie closely, accidentally fall into Xi Chang Kun’s trap and lose their lives. Hearing the tragic news, Sun Zhao Min rushes to the scene in grief.
Upon learning about Lord Sun’s fate, Xuan Lie is filled with rage. At a crucial point in the flag battle, he confronts Xi Chang Kun, leading to an intense fight. Xuan Lie denounces Xi Chang Kun’s treachery, vowing never to let such a ruthless man take control of the military. After a fierce battle, Xuan Lie overpowers Xi Chang Kun and moves forward to plant the flag. Luo Zhi Zhou, standing nearby, chooses not to intervene.
The king is overjoyed when he receives news of Xuan Lie’s victory. Meanwhile, Sun Zhao Min mourns at the scene, guarding Lord Sun’s remains. Xi Chang Kun pretends to pay his respects, only to be met with Sun Zhao Min’s furious accusations. At that moment, Jun Qi Luo notices an unusual arrowhead near Xuan Lie and senses an ominous premonition… Elsewhere, Xi Chang Kun frantically searches for his missing former soldiers, fearing they might reveal his secrets. He orders them to be silenced immediately once found.
