Episode 4 of the anime (dubbed "The King and the Sword") is a critical turning point that transitions the story from a desperate escape into the beginnings of a royal reclamation. ⚔️ Episode Summary: "The King and the Sword"

Exhausted and fleeing pursuit, and Zheng (the King) reach the designated meeting site, only to find no sign of their primary supporter, Lord Changwen . The tension peaks as they are hunted by the ruthless assassin Mu Ta , who uses poison-tipped darts.

During the fight, Mu Ta reveals a mysterious power that leaves Xin paralyzed, turning the tables on our heroes.

Viewers often highlight the shift in tone as the stakes move beyond simple survival to the weight of the throne.

The episode explores the friction between Xin’s raw ambition and Zheng’s cold, calculated leadership as they struggle to trust one another while on the run. 🎙️ Dub Cast & Production