Ryuuki's true intentions are revealed to Shuurei, who learns he was pretending all along. Meanwhile, Ryuuki discovers Shuurei's role as a paid temporary consort, leading him to devise a contest to win both her forgiveness and financial gain.
1. There's a Different Side to Every Good Story
Aired: Apr 8, 2006A mysterious guest offers Kou Shurrei a lucrative job that could significantl...
2. The Frog in the Well Knows Not the Great Ocean
Aired: Apr 15, 2006Shuurei must uncover King Shi Ryuuki's true identity and come to terms with h...
3. The Hawk with Talent Hides Its Talons
Aired: Apr 22, 2006Shuurei and King Shi Ryuuki spend a month in the palace, receiving instructio...
4. Casting Pearls Before a Swine
Aired: Apr 29, 2006Ryuuki's true intentions are revealed to Shuurei, who learns he was pretendin...
5. A Genius Can't Be a Genius Without Effort
Aired: May 6, 2006Shuurei's belongings begin to vanish, only to be revealed as having been pois...
6. Lacking the Finishing Touch
Aired: May 13, 2006As Shuurei prepares to depart the palace, she is unexpectedly taken captive, ...
7. Those That Swim Well Drown Even the Strongest Swimmer Can Drown
Aired: May 20, 2006The King must make a solemn vow to secure the antidote for Shuurei, who remai...
8. Wanting to Borrow a Cat's Paws
Aired: May 27, 2006Ryuuki crafts a proposal that could bring Shuurei's aspirations to life, with...
9. A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step
Aired: Jun 3, 2006Shuurei, unaware of Ryuuki's proposal, focuses on her new mission in the Fina...
10. Fine Weather Comes to Those Who Wait
Aired: Jun 10, 2006Ryuuki's evening visit to Shuurei's house is derailed by a bandit attack, for...
11. There Is No Cure for Lovesickness
Aired: Jun 17, 2006A dramatic interlude unfolds as Shuurei falls ill, triggering a chain of even...
12. Discretion Is the Better Part of Valour
Aired: Jun 24, 2006The aptitude test is cleared, and Shuurei is now eligible to take the exam. M...
13. From a Gourd Comes a Horse
Aired: Jul 1, 2006In the upcoming episode, Shuurei and her companions - Ryuuki, Shuuei, Kouyuu,...
Aired: Jul 8, 2006Shuurei and Eigetsu successfully pass their exams and embark on their new car...
15. Children Know Not Their Parents' Hearts
Aired: Jul 15, 2006Next episode, Shuurei and Eigetsu push themselves to new heights, while Kouyu...
16. There Are No Demons in This World
Aired: Jul 22, 2006As Shuurei and Eigetsu strive to establish their credibility, they face relen...
17. Poking a Bush Draws Out a Snake
Aired: Aug 26, 2006Kou Reishin is under arrest, accused of cheating during the exam. Now, Shuure...
18. Don't Cover Your Head and Leave Your Bottom Exposed
Aired: Sep 2, 2006The next episode will focus on a court inquiry, investigating not only Shuure...
19. If You Love Your Child, Let Them Go on a Journey
Aired: Sep 9, 2006The new officials, including Shuurei and Eigetsu, are assigned to their posit...
20. Flowers Blooming from Dead Wood
Aired: Sep 16, 2006Seiran reflects on the past, remembering the circumstances that led to his ba...
21. The Wise Man Does Not Court Danger
Aired: Sep 23, 2006Shuurei, Eigetsu, and Ryuuren Ran investigate eerie rumors of a ghost hauntin...
22. While There's Life, There's Hope
Aired: Sep 30, 2006The group of five, consisting of Shuurei, Eigetsu, Kourin, Ensei, and Seiran,...
23. It's the Company That Makes Travel Unpleasant
Aired: Oct 7, 2006Next episode, Shuurei must navigate alone to Kinka after being separated from...
Aired: Oct 14, 2006Next episode, Ensei and Seiran are released from prison by Kokujun, just as S...
Aired: Oct 21, 2006Shuurei ponders the revelation that the Kou princess is betrothed to the Sa C...
Aired: Oct 28, 2006The truth about Lin Senya is finally exposed, and Shuurei finds herself trapp...
27. The Prettier the Flower, the Higher the Branch
Aired: Nov 17, 2006Shuurei, still reeling from exhaustion, grapples with her emotions, inadverte...
28. The Fear Is Worse Than the Danger Itself
Aired: Nov 24, 2006Shuurei and Eigetsu face the harsh reality that their new roles won't be stra...
29. Many Years' Worth of Thoughts in a Single Day
Aired: Dec 8, 2006In the next episode, Shuurei and her allies rush to Koren to relieve the bloc...
Aired: Dec 15, 2006In the next episode, a group of characters including Shuurei, Eigetsu, Seiran...
Aired: Dec 22, 2006Shuurei ventures out to meet Sakujun, accepting an invitation to stay at the ...
32. A Woman's Word Is Her Bond
Aired: Jan 5, 2007Shuurei embarks on a mission to locate Kokujun and Eiki within the Sa strongh...
33. Water Can't Be Returned to the Basin
Aired: Jan 12, 2007The next episode will feature a thrilling selection ceremony for the new head...
34. Poison Gets the Better of Poison
Aired: Jan 19, 2007Next episode, Shuurei and Shunki venture into the underground to locate Kokuj...
35. Meeting Is the Beginning of Parting
Aired: Jan 26, 2007Seiran's deadly game with Sakujun takes an unexpected turn, as other forces o...
Aired: Feb 2, 2007Shuurei and Eigetsu meet Tei Yuushun, the other assistant governor, as the dr...
37. Tears Fall Like Rain from Heaven
Aired: Feb 9, 2007Shuurei pours her heart and soul into her work, trying to distract herself fr...
38. There Is No Today After Today
Aired: Feb 16, 2007Shuurei and Seiran return to Kou province for a palace celebration, joined by...
39. Fate Is an Inscrutable and Interesting Thing
Aired: Feb 23, 2007As the capital celebrates, Ryuuki and Shuurei face a bittersweet reunion, str...
