Bride of the Ragged Emperor

Alison is summoned back to Hale Manor by her father after years of absence, with intentions to reclaim her mother's dowry, while her half-sister Clara pressures her about the upcoming bridal ball toss.Will Alison succeed in reclaiming her mother's dowry amidst the brewing family conflict?

Alison and Clara's embroidered ball toss to choose their husbands takes a dramatic turn when Alison's ball ends up with Dylan Foster, the future top scholar, instead of Clara's intended target. Their parents' scheming and Clara's jealousy lead to a chaotic re-toss, while Alison's past as a 'fallen woman' is brought up, causing tension and revealing deeper family conflicts.Will Alison's connection with Dylan Foster change her fate, or will Clara's schemes tear them apart?

Alison unintentionally catches the embroidered ball meant for her half-sister Clara, which lands in a beggar's hands, leading to chaos as Clara refuses to marry him and the family's schemes unravel, unaware that the beggar is actually the emperor in disguise.Will Clara discover the beggar's true identity before it's too late?

Alison defends a beggar who caught Clara's embroidered ball, sparking a heated confrontation with her family. Despite the family's disdain and offer of money to leave, Alison stands by the beggar, leading to her being forced to marry him in place of her sister, unaware that the beggar is actually the emperor in disguise.Will Alison discover the true identity of her beggar husband?

Alison defies societal expectations by accepting the beggar's proposal, seeing it as an opportunity to reclaim her mother's dowry and break free from her family's control, while her parents plot to send her away, unaware of the beggar's true identity as the emperor.Will Alison discover the beggar's true identity before her parents force her into marriage?

Alison saves the disguised emperor from poisoning with her acupuncture skills, revealing her connection to the emperor who has been searching for her for years.Will the emperor finally reveal his true identity to Alison?

Alison demands her mother's dowry as a condition for marrying the beggar, while her parents and half-sister Clara plot to deceive her with a bride swap to ensure Clara marries the top scholar instead.Will Alison discover the bride swap before it's too late?

During the bridal ceremony, tensions rise between Alison and Clara as their parents' scheme becomes apparent, with Alison realizing she's not marrying the intended groom, Dylan Foster, leading to a shocking revelation.Will Alison discover the truth behind the bridal swap before it's too late?

Alison discovers her parents' scheme to swap her and Clara's marriages, leading to a confrontation where she demands her mother's dowry back before agreeing to marry the beggar, while Clara gloats about her future with Dylan.Will Alison's defiance change her fate, or will her parents' scheme prevail?

Alison and Mabel encounter Alex and Otis, who are actually the emperor in disguise and his companion. The situation becomes awkward when the kids push for a wedding night, revealing Alex's loyalty and Otis's discomfort.Will Alison discover the true identity of the 'beggar' she's hosting?

After the wedding, Alison and the disguised emperor face an awkward first night together, with Alison feeling an inexplicable connection to him, while he tries to maintain his disguise.Will Alison discover the emperor's true identity before their visit to her parents?

Alison and Otis enjoy a family moment with their father and stepmother, unaware that Otis's slip about the imperial kitchen hints at his true identity. The peaceful meal is interrupted when Otis is urgently summoned back to the palace due to the Empress Dowager's health crisis, revealing his royal status.Will Alison discover Otis's true identity as the emperor?

Alison's family is pressured to repay a 50 tael debt, leading to a touching moment where she offers her own money to help, revealing her deep commitment to her new family, while the emperor, disguised as a beggar, continues his secret mission.Will Alison's sacrifice uncover the emperor's true identity?

The Empress Dowager's heart condition worsens, prompting the Emperor to recall his search for the woman who once saved his life—Alison—hoping she might hold the key to curing his mother's illness.Will the Emperor's gifts to the Hale family reveal Alison's true identity and her connection to the royal family?

Alison faces ridicule from her sister Clara and the top scholar for marrying a beggar, unaware that her husband is actually the emperor in disguise.Will Alison discover the true identity of her beggar husband before it's too late?

Alison and Clara clash over their social status and the right to enter first, revealing deep-seated family tensions and Clara's arrogance about her husband's future position.Will Alison's defiance lead to consequences, or will Clara's plans backfire?

During a celebratory event at the Hale Manor, tensions rise as Alison confronts her grandfather about his past misdeeds, revealing family secrets and hypocrisy. Meanwhile, Mr. Hale's ambitious plan to become the future prime minister through questionable means is overheard, setting the stage for potential conflict.Will Mr. Hale's shady plans to secure the top scholar position succeed, or will his schemes be exposed?

Alison's husband, Dylan, impresses the Hale family with thoughtful gifts and reveals that the Prime Minister will visit to celebrate his homecoming, elevating the family's status and causing jealousy from Clara and her beggar husband.Will the Prime Minister's visit uncover the truth about Dylan's real identity?

Alison and her beggar husband are humiliated and disowned by her father, who compares her unfavorably to her half-sister Clara, leading to a dramatic expulsion from the Hale family.Will Alison and Otis survive the harsh streets after being cast out by her own family?

Alison and Otis face off against the arrogant Hale Manor, with Otis showcasing unexpected skills. The Chancellor arrives with lavish gifts for Alison, shocking everyone and hinting at a deeper connection.Why did the Chancellor bring such extravagant gifts specifically for Alison?