My Sassy Princess

Xu Shi Jin becomes a trusted female official serving Liu Wang while secretly pursuing evidence that can clear her parents. Her intelligence gives her access to court information, but it also places her under the Crown Prince's scrutiny. She begins the main story balancing official loyalty against her private mission.

Liu Wang prevents Duke Lu from controlling the renewed treasury investigation and assigns Shen Yan to capture Yun Yi. Xu Shi Jin's presence signals that the Eastern Palace has not accepted the official account of the old case. Shen Yan travels to Jiangzhou to begin the pursuit.

A poisoned Shen Yan enters Liu Ling's room at Nanyuan while pursuing Yun Yi. Liu Ling mistakes him for a performer before discovering that he is a Jinlin Guard officer. Shen Yan leaves behind his badge, giving Liu Ling a reason to pursue him.

Involved: Liu Ling — Princess Who Finds the Injured Officer · Shen Yan — Injured Jinlin Guard Officer

Shen Yan draws Yun Yi out and arrests him after a fight in Jiangzhou. During the confrontation, Shen Yan also rescues Liu Ling from her runaway carriage. Yun Yi's capture places a dangerous witness to the treasury conspiracy in Jinlin Guard custody.

Involved: Shen Yan — Arresting Officer and Rescuer · Yun Yi — Captured Fugitive · Liu Ling — Endangered Traveler · Luo Fan — Jinlin Guard Support

Liu Ling uses Shen Yan's missing badge to force her way into the escort taking Yun Yi toward Yejing. Lu Ming Shan arrives and claims the rights of her intended husband, but Liu Ling openly rejects him and declares her interest in Shen Yan. The criminal journey becomes entangled with a romantic and political rivalry.

Involved: Liu Ling — Determined Pursuer · Shen Yan — Reluctant Escort Leader · Lu Ming Shan — Claimed Betrothed and Rival · Luo Fan — Escort Officer · Ling Bi — Liu Ling's Attendant