Ep. 3: Xin and Zheng rely on Diao to escape Heibei Village via a secret route.
Aired on June 18, 2012

Xin and Zheng, the King, delegate their escape to young Diao, who utilizes a secret path out of Heibei Village. Tensions remain high as Xin continues to blame Zheng for Piao's death. This unresolved conflict escalates into open hostility between the two men. Amidst this internal strife, a new and dangerous pursuer begins to track them. The group must navigate their fractured relationship while fleeing from this fresh threat. The narrative focuses on the immediate danger of the chase and the lingering resentment that complicates their survival efforts during this critical escape sequence.
Episodes
- Ep. 1 · Xin and Piao train as sword buddies until Piao enters the palace, leaving Xin behind.
- Ep. 2 · Xin encounters fleeing Qin King Ying Zheng during a deadly assassination attempt
- Ep. 3 · Xin and Zheng rely on Diao to escape Heibei Village via a secret route.
- Ep. 4 · Zheng and Xin flee pursuers while missing Lord Changwen at the meeting site.
- Ep. 5 · Xin confronts assassin Mu Ta while General Wang Yi presents a troubling tribute to the Court.
- Ep. 6 · Xin learns of Piao's heroism and Zheng's dwindling allies amid civil war fears
- Ep. 7 · Xin and Zheng Seek Mountain King Aid Amidst Hostile Folk