The Prisoner of Beauty
TV-142025•46m•8.8/10
Drama
Ratings
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8.8/10(35)
Xiao Qiao, a clever girl from the Qiao family, marries Wei Shao, the brave and kind master of the Wei family. Despite initial wariness due to ancestral grievances, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao navigate their relationship with humor and determination. As they face challenges together, they come to appreciate each other's qualities through their warm daily life, intertwined with family and national affairs, and work to restore peace and resolve conflicts.
Production
Tencent Video, Fat Bear Productions
Language
ZH
Status
Ended
First Aired
May 13, 2025
Last Aired
May 29, 2025
Networks
Tencent Video
Created By
Penglai Ke
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Feud
Air date: 2025-05-13
Fourteen years after a feud was sparked, the Qiao and Wei families become united when Xiao Qiao is sent to marry Wei Shao in her sister's place.
E2
Betrothal
Air date: 2025-05-13
Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao's marriage talks end poorly. Misunderstood by the people of Xindu, Wei Shao gains some support thanks to Xiao Qiao's help.
E3
Expelled
Air date: 2025-05-13
Wei Shao sends Xiao Qiao away from Xindu after gaining the seal. Xiao Qiao vows to stop Liu Yan's evil plan. Wei Shao attacks Panyi.
E4
Prejudices
Air date: 2025-05-13
Xiao Qiao is torn between Wei Shao and Liu Yan. She mourns her grandfather but, out of duty, she vows to honor her engagement.
E5
The Marriage
Air date: 2025-05-13
Wei Shao attends his family's memorial, leaving the injured Xiao Qiao outside the city. She feigns weakness, stirring his guilt.
E6
A Loving Couple
Air date: 2025-05-14
Xiao Qiao struggles with her mother-in-law. Elders urge Wei Shao to take a concubine — though seemingly loving, he is wary of the Qiao family.
E7
Pay Back
Air date: 2025-05-14
Charmed by Wei Shao's affection, Xiao Qiao begins to fall for him. Lady Zhu hopes he'll take Zheng Chuyu as a concubine. Xiao Qiao is framed.
E8
Secret Planning
Air date: 2025-05-15
Xiao Qiao secretly helps Bi Zhi become commander of Boya. Under Gongsun Yang's guidance, Wei Shao learns how to behave toward his wife.
E9
Showdown
Air date: 2025-05-15
Wei Shao learns he's been used, straining his bond with Xiao Qiao. Lady Xu warns Xiao Qiao, who uncovers Wei Shao's weakness.
E10
Lingering Fear
Air date: 2025-05-16
Xiao Qiao defends a targeted Wei Shao, deepening their bond. Wei Shao asks Xiao Qiao to organize Lady Xu's birthday banquet.
E11
A Birthday Gift
Air date: 2025-05-16
Xiao Qiao faces setbacks while putting together a gift for Lady Xu. Provoked by Wei Yan, Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao have a terrible fight.
E12
Instigate
Air date: 2025-05-17
Xiao Qiao urges Wei Shao to divert water from Yanzhou to relieve the drought. Wei Yan's revelations about Wei Shao lead Xiao Qiao to feel betrayed.
E13
Sulking
Air date: 2025-05-17
Wei Shao agrees to repair the canal to smooth his relationship with Xiao Qiao. Lady Su E Huang arrives for a visit — but she has an ulterior motives.
E14
Lady Yulou's Visit
Air date: 2025-05-18
Su E Huang meets Wei Shao alone, upsetting Xiao Qiao. Grain sent by the Qiao family is destroyed — and Xiao Qiao and Wei Yan are blamed.
E15
Find the Culprit
Air date: 2025-05-18
Xiao Qiao prompts Wei Yan to reconcile with his grandmother, then takes action to resolve the conflict between Lady Zhu and Wei Shao.
E16
Mediate
Air date: 2025-05-19
Wei Shao and Xiao Qiao grow closer when they travel to Rong County. A conspiracy against Wei Shao begins to unfold.
E17
Probing
Air date: 2025-05-19
Wei Shao faces trouble. Xiao Qiao helps him rally the troops. After Yuan Wang and Wei Dian oppose the canal plan, Xiao Qiao plots to drive them apart.
E18
Stargazing Date
Air date: 2025-05-20
Xiao Qiao tries to deepen her bond with Wei Shao. Yuan Wang's daughter falls for Wei Liang, unaware that his heart belongs to another.
E19
Real Feelings
Air date: 2025-05-20
Wei Shao and his party return to Yu County, but Xiao Qiao has an accident. After the scare, they finally open their hearts to each other.
E20
Truly Cares
Air date: 2025-05-21
Da Qiao and her husband live peacefully. As Wei Shao's relationship with his mother improves, his feelings for Xiao Qiao are confirmed.
E21
Live Without Her
Air date: 2025-05-22
After avoiding Xiao Qiao for a while, Wei Shao resolves to reconcile with his feelings, which leads their relationship to deepen.
E22
Jealousy
Air date: 2025-05-23
Wei Yan hides his feelings for Xiao Qiao. Xiao Qiao and Wei Shao attend a New Year ceremony together, and grow closer.
E23
Heart-guarding Mirror
Air date: 2025-05-23
Da Qiao helps Bi Zhi bolster his position. An ill-intentioned Su E Huang shows up. Liu Yan prepares to make his move at the upcoming assembly.
E24
The Deer Hunt
Air date: 2025-05-24
Xiao Qiao welcomes Qiao Ci, then exposes Su E Huang. On the day of the assembly, Qiao Ci and Su Zi Xin confront each other.
E25
Change of Reputation
Air date: 2025-05-24
A successful Qiao Ci helps Wei Shao with the canal project. Wei Shao and Xiao Qiao open up to each other. Su E Huang tries to win over Liu Yan.
E26
Seducing Wei Shao
Air date: 2025-05-25
Su E Huang fails to seduce Wei Shao. Gao Heng leaves Yu County. Su E Huang discovers Wei Yan’s feelings for Xiao Qiao.
E27
Spreading Rumours
Air date: 2025-05-25
A jealous Wei Shao quarrels with Xiao Qiao before making up. To protect them, Wei Yan decides to reveal what really happened.
E28
Telling the Truth
Air date: 2025-05-26
Wei Yan leaves Yu County. Punished and exiled, Su E Huang vows revenge. Liu Yan leads his troops to war on behalf of Su E Huang.
E29
Attacking Yanzhou
Air date: 2025-05-26
Liu Yan leads his troops on the offensive. Wei Shao faces a dilemma. Xiao Qiao seeks help. Wei Yan attempts to support Wei Shao.
E30
Heartbroken
Air date: 2025-05-27
Xiao Qiao risks her life to join Wei Shao and successfully persuades the enemy forces to retreat. Liu Yan withdraws.
E31
Knelt down
Air date: 2025-05-28
After a misunderstanding, Wei Shao rushes after Xiao Qiao. Da Qiao and her husband decide to return to Kang County. Wei Shao opens up to Xiao Qiao.
E32
Knelt Down
Air date: 2025-05-29
Liu Yan decides to pursue the traitor. The Qiao family reunites. Wei Shao makes overtures to Xiao Qiao's family, and to include her in his.
E33
Good Luck
Air date: 2025-05-29
Su E Huang does what it takes to motivate Liu Yan. Xiao Qiao surprises Wei Shao. Wei Liang heads to Kang County.
E34
Sever All Ties
Air date: 2025-05-29
Qiao Ping is trapped. Da Qiao is in danger. Wei Liang dies in a battle. Wei Shao vows revenge.
E35
Unpredictable Outcome
Air date: 2025-05-29
Wei Shao leads his troops into battle. Su E Huang claims a victory. Qiao Ping is rescued and sends reinforcements to Wei Shao.
E36
At War
Air date: 2025-05-29
Wei Yan shows up at a critical moment. Bi Zhi and Wei Shao join forces for a siege. Liu Yan is defeated. Peace is achieved at last.
Cast
Song Zuer
Xiao Qiao
Liu Yuning
Wei Shao
Xuan Lu
Su Ehuang
Liu Duanduan
Wei Yan
Liu Xiaoqing
Madame Xu
He Hongshan
Da Qiao
Li Xueqin
Xiao Tao
Wei Zixin
Gongsun Yang
Ao Ziyi
Qiao Ci
