In a corrupt and oppressive empire, eunuchs wield significant power, using their influence to spy and police the nation. Meanwhile, a heroic figure, disguised as Zhao Huai'an, battles against corrupt officials, including the leader of the East Bureau, who is executed and displayed as a warning to others. The Emperor's chief concubine seeks to prevent the Emperor from impregnating anyone except herself, leading to the execution of three pregnant courtesans and a fourth being hunted down. The heroic figure intervenes to save a courtesan from execution, leading Zhao and his followers to decide to take action against the West Bureau to aid in her escape and delay their pursuit.

Flying Swords of Dragon Gate
A band of bandits, disguising themselves as ordinary folk, take over a new inn, driven by their obsessive quest to uncover the legendary lost city hidden deep within the desert's sands.