Burning Love

At Master Song's funeral in Binzhou, Xie Lanqin secures control of Liansheng Gang after a power struggle. Soon after, she negotiates with Feng Yan, the new young marshal, to prevent him from reclaiming Song's assets, hinting at a deeper connection between them.

Song Yuchu visits Xie Lanqin to celebrate her takeover of Liansheng Gang. She faces new challenges, including competing for the business association's presidency and overcoming internal resistance from Liansheng Gang members. To strengthen her position, she needs to address issues with a rival.

Xie Lanqin attends a high-stakes banquet while secretly seeking revenge for her family's massacre. As tensions rise, Feng Yan steps in to help her avoid suspicion, cautioning her to steer clear of Commander Cao.

After the banquet, Xie Lanqin is harassed, prompting Feng Yan to intervene and take her home. They exchange veiled warnings, with Xie determined to pursue her goals despite obstacles, even from those close to her.

Xie Lanqin faces a local gangster but is ambushed, only for Feng Yan to intervene. Despite refusing his help, Feng later sends her a medical kit, sparking memories of their past.

Feng Yan declines to take Xie Lanqin's belongings but helps her with a medical kit, marking it to be returned. Their interaction leads to an exchange of names, and Xie’s book, marked with a handprint, ends up with Feng, sparking his curiosity.