A Familiar Stranger

A portraitist searches for her sister by painting courtesans. A noble lady offers her a lead in exchange for a very private portrait. (Source: IMDb)

Shi Qi wakes up in a manor dressed in wedding regalia and being called by another name. A look into the mirror reveals a horrifying surprise. (Source: IMDb)

Shen Qin's brother arranges an assassination of his sister. Shi Qi leaves to confront Shen Qin, who now wears her original face. (Source: IMDb)

An imperial edict is delivered to the manor but the bride has already fled. Shi Qi is threatened with her sister's life. (Source: IMDb)

Shen Qin finds her way back into Zi Heng's arms. Shi Qi struggles with her role at the manor. The general is informed that Yuan Bao has escaped. (Source: IMDb)

Yuan Bao bonds with her new mother as the General constantly redefines his opinion of his wife. Phrases and anachronisms remind him of a woman who once saved his life. (Source: IMDb) read more

Shi Qi and the General find out about the drugged wine independently. Shi Qi searches for a confidant at the brothel. Yun Nuo sets a plan in motion. (Source: IMDb)

Prince Ning is confused by Shen Qin's apparent change in manner toward him, blaming her marriage. Shi Qi reflects on her situation and presents a solution to the General. (Source:… read more

Despite doubts about her true identity, the General is pleased with his wife. Meanwhile, Prince Ning schemes against the General while also obsessing over the same woman. (Source:… read more

Shi Qi rescues herself and leaves a lasting impression on Prince Ning. The General walks into an ambush. (Source: IMDb)

The General helps nurse Shi Qi back to health. Dang Gui arranges for the annex to be repaired. (Source: IMDb)

Shi Qi keeps her pregnancy secret, but the Prince learns of it and thinks it is his child. (Source: IMDb)

Shen Qin's jealousy over the prince's obsession mounts. She sends a certain painting to the General. (Source: IMDb)

The General confirms his suspicions. A conversation with his daughter reveals important and welcome evidence. (Source: IMDb)

The General escorts his lady around the evening market but is unaware of being followed. (Source: IMDb)

Shi Qi reveals her identity to both Prince Ning and the General. (Source: IMDb)

Shi Qi confronts her crazed sister. (Source: IMDb)

Shi Qi learns of her sister's life. Prince Ning refuses to accept reality. Shi Qi laments for the could-have-been. (Source: IMDb)