The Story of Saiunkoku

1. There's a Different Side to Every Good Story

A mysterious guest offers Kou Shurrei a lucrative job that could significantl...

2. The Frog in the Well Knows Not the Great Ocean

Shuurei must uncover King Shi Ryuuki's true identity and come to terms with h...

3. The Hawk with Talent Hides Its Talons

Shuurei and King Shi Ryuuki spend a month in the palace, receiving instructio...

4. Casting Pearls Before a Swine

Ryuuki's true intentions are revealed to Shuurei, who learns he was pretendin...

5. A Genius Can't Be a Genius Without Effort

Shuurei's belongings begin to vanish, only to be revealed as having been pois...

6. Lacking the Finishing Touch

As Shuurei prepares to depart the palace, she is unexpectedly taken captive, ...

7. Those That Swim Well Drown Even the Strongest Swimmer Can Drown

The King must make a solemn vow to secure the antidote for Shuurei, who remai...

8. Wanting to Borrow a Cat's Paws

Ryuuki crafts a proposal that could bring Shuurei's aspirations to life, with...

9. A Journey of a Thousand Miles Starts with a Single Step

Shuurei, unaware of Ryuuki's proposal, focuses on her new mission in the Fina...

10. Fine Weather Comes to Those Who Wait

Ryuuki's evening visit to Shuurei's house is derailed by a bandit attack, for...

11. There Is No Cure for Lovesickness

A dramatic interlude unfolds as Shuurei falls ill, triggering a chain of even...

12. Discretion Is the Better Part of Valour

The aptitude test is cleared, and Shuurei is now eligible to take the exam. M...

13. From a Gourd Comes a Horse

In the upcoming episode, Shuurei and her companions - Ryuuki, Shuuei, Kouyuu,...

14. On a Rock for Three Years

Shuurei and Eigetsu successfully pass their exams and embark on their new car...

15. Children Know Not Their Parents' Hearts

Next episode, Shuurei and Eigetsu push themselves to new heights, while Kouyu...

16. There Are No Demons in This World

As Shuurei and Eigetsu strive to establish their credibility, they face relen...

17. Poking a Bush Draws Out a Snake

Kou Reishin is under arrest, accused of cheating during the exam. Now, Shuure...

18. Don't Cover Your Head and Leave Your Bottom Exposed

The next episode will focus on a court inquiry, investigating not only Shuure...

19. If You Love Your Child, Let Them Go on a Journey

The new officials, including Shuurei and Eigetsu, are assigned to their posit...

20. Flowers Blooming from Dead Wood

Seiran reflects on the past, remembering the circumstances that led to his ba...

21. The Wise Man Does Not Court Danger

Shuurei, Eigetsu, and Ryuuren Ran investigate eerie rumors of a ghost hauntin...

22. While There's Life, There's Hope

The group of five, consisting of Shuurei, Eigetsu, Kourin, Ensei, and Seiran,...

24. Water on a Sleeping Ear

Next episode, Ensei and Seiran are released from prison by Kokujun, just as S...

25. An Accidental Resemblance

Shuurei ponders the revelation that the Kou princess is betrothed to the Sa C...

26. The Raven of Darkness

The truth about Lin Senya is finally exposed, and Shuurei finds herself trapp...

27. The Prettier the Flower, the Higher the Branch

Shuurei, still reeling from exhaustion, grapples with her emotions, inadverte...

28. The Fear Is Worse Than the Danger Itself

Shuurei and Eigetsu face the harsh reality that their new roles won't be stra...

29. Many Years' Worth of Thoughts in a Single Day

In the next episode, Shuurei and her allies rush to Koren to relieve the bloc...

30. Women Are Brave

In the next episode, a group of characters including Shuurei, Eigetsu, Seiran...

31. A Diamond in the Rough

Shuurei ventures out to meet Sakujun, accepting an invitation to stay at the ...

32. A Woman's Word Is Her Bond

Shuurei embarks on a mission to locate Kokujun and Eiki within the Sa strongh...

33. Water Can't Be Returned to the Basin

The next episode will feature a thrilling selection ceremony for the new head...

34. Poison Gets the Better of Poison

Next episode, Shuurei and Shunki venture into the underground to locate Kokuj...

35. Meeting Is the Beginning of Parting

Seiran's deadly game with Sakujun takes an unexpected turn, as other forces o...

36. All Is Right in the World

Shuurei and Eigetsu meet Tei Yuushun, the other assistant governor, as the dr...

37. Tears Fall Like Rain from Heaven

Shuurei pours her heart and soul into her work, trying to distract herself fr...

38. There Is No Today After Today

Shuurei and Seiran return to Kou province for a palace celebration, joined by...

39. Fate Is an Inscrutable and Interesting Thing

As the capital celebrates, Ryuuki and Shuurei face a bittersweet reunion, str...