The Empress accidentally falls into the water and is saved by Ling Yun Che, who is rewarded generously by the Emperor. On her deathbed, the Empress swears she never tried to harm Ru Yi and the babies of Consorts Mei and Yi. However, the Emperor lets it be known that he was aware of the bracelets and other misdeeds committed by the Empress. Consort Chun vies for becoming the next Empress, while Consort Jia plots against her. (Source: frankly at MyDramaList)