The Shadow Sovereign (Zhao Yang Gong Zhu)

After the results of the imperial examinations are announced, the court officials gather at the Qujiang Gardens for a grand banquet to celebrate the grand occasion.

During the festivities, the Emperor points toward the newly crowned Top Scholar and smiles at his beloved daughter, Princess Ping Yang. "This young man is a worthy match for you, my dear."

Princess Ping Yang looks up, and instantly spits out her wine.

Isn't that Shen Xiao? The man she shared a single encounter with, only to ruthlessly abandon him?!

Three days later, the newly minted Top Scholar, Shen Xiao, submits a scathing imperial memorial to the throne, vehemently impeaching this "extravagant and indulgent" princess.

Princess Ping Yang:

"I just stole your innocence, but you're trying to take my life!"