Aria, seriously injured, is suddenly fed dragon blood by a man willing to sacrifice his own cultivation to save her. While some accuse him of causing the princess’s wounds, convinced he betrayed the late emperor, others question his true motive. Despite the risk of losing a century of power, he chooses to heal Aria, creating confusion about his loyalty. The episode ends with the group unsure whether he is a traitor or protector, heightening distrust and leaving Aria’s fate and his intentions unresolved.