The WORST episodes of The Prisoner of Beauty
Every episode of The Prisoner of Beauty ever, ranked from worst to best by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The worst episodes of The Prisoner of Beauty!
A retreat on the battlefield orchestrated by Xiaoqiao's grandfather fourteen years ago resulted in the deaths of Wei family elders, igniting a bitter clan feud. Now, Wei Shao, the sole Wei survivor, marches on Yanzhou, ostensibly for revenge but truly to restore the vital Yongning Canal. Seeing through his plan, Xiaoqiao agrees to a strategic marriage to ease the crisis. Initially at odds, the couple slowly bonds through shared trials. As old grudges fade, love grows. Together, they overcome adversity and fight for peace, ultimately becoming lifelong companions.
#1 - Feud
Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 5/13/2025
In the troubled times, Wei Shao, who experienced the pain of losing his father and brother, worked hard to take on the responsibility of the family. When he led his people to avenge the humiliation of the massacre, he found that what the people needed was not revenge and war, but peace. For the livelihood of the people, he handed over a marriage alliance to the Qiao Clan who betrayed the Wei Clan that year...
#2 - The Marriage
Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/13/2025
Qiao Man's grandfather suddenly passed away. Even though Qiao Man wanted to leave immediately, she couldn't because her plan had not yet been completed. Qiao Man and Wei Shao's marriage became more uncertain because of her grandfather's death...
#3 - A Birthday Gift
Season 1 - Episode 11 - Aired 5/16/2025
Xiao Qiao went to a jewelry store to find a craftsman to make a bracelet, but the craftsman accidentally ruined the pattern. Wei Yan, who happened to be there, gave her some advice, so that the birthday gift was not a pity. Xiao Qiao was very grateful for Wei Yan's help, but she was unhappy to see that he was frivolous.
#4 - Instigate
Season 1 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/17/2025
Wei Yan found an excuse to invite Wei Shao for a drink, and told Wei Shao that he had someone he liked and hoped that Wei Shao could help him find her. Wei Shao readily agreed. While drunk, he did not notice that Wei Yan had stolen the jade token that Xiao Qiao had given him, and sent someone to deliver it to Xiao Qiao. When Xiao Qiao learned that Wei Shao had actually gone to a place like Luozhong Tavern, she was secretly angry. At this time, Wei Shao discovered that the woman in the portrait was Xiao Qiao, and he became jealous. The couple had always cared about each other without realizing it, and under the instigation of Wei Yan, they had a quarrel.
#5 - Heart-guarding Mirror
Season 1 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/23/2025
Xiao Qiao found out that Xiao Tao and Wei Liang were having a conflict. In order to help Xiao Tao, Xiao Qiao promised to help her make a Heart-guarding Mirror for Wei Liang.
#6 - Expelled
Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/13/2025
Lord Wei ordered the Qiao clan to be expelled from Xindu, but they were chased by Wei Shao on the way. Liu Yan came to rescue them and proposed to Fan.
#7 - Sulking
Season 1 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/17/2025
Wei Shao hesitated whether to accept Xiao Qiao's suggestion to build a canal. Gongsun Yang told Wei Shao that building a canal would bring long-term happiness to the people. Wei Shao decided to give Xiao Qiao a way out and reconcile with her.
#8 - Truly Cares
Season 1 - Episode 20 - Aired 5/21/2025
Wei Shao arranged for Wei Liang and others to settle the refugees, leaving only Xiao Qiao and himself in the camp. Wei Shao mentioned the stargazing again and realized that the last time he and Xiao Qiao watched the stars, they were interrupted by Yang Feng.
#9 - Seducing Wei Shao
Season 1 - Episode 26 - Aired 5/25/2025
Wei Shao let Su Ehuang stay in the transport station. Su Ehuang wanted to remarry Wei Shao, so she tried to seduce Wei Shao.
#10 - Good Luck
Season 1 - Episode 33 - Aired 5/29/2025
The lord sent people and armaments to reinforce Boya, but in reality he wanted to get some personal belongings from the Lady to bring some good luck.
#11 - Lady Yulou's Visit
Season 1 - Episode 14 - Aired 5/18/2025
Lady Yulou, who was Wei Shao's friend in childhood, came to visit and asked to meet Wei Shao alone. Xiao Qiao was angry when Wei Shao really went for the meeting.
#12 - Showdown
Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/15/2025
Facing Wei Shao's probe, Xiao Qiao fooled Wei Shao into believing that she had no idea about this before. In fact, Xiao Qiao not only knew about it, but also gave a letter to Da Qiao. Under Xiao Qiao's suggestion, Bi Zhi and Wei Liang and others became close friends, causing Xue Tai to misunderstand.
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#14 - Mediate
Season 1 - Episode 16 - Aired 5/19/2025
At Xu's birthday party, Wei Yan discovered that his grandmother was on guard against him and he had mixed emotions. In addition, Chen Lie suggested that he leave Wei State and return to the border state. Qiao Man saw through the dilemma between the Wei family members and mediated between them...
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#19 - Lingering Fear
Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/16/2025
Wei Shao, who was monitoring Xiao Qiao's letters, was annoyed and secretly happy when he saw the letter. When he got home and saw Xiao Qiao choosing candles, he was even happier. But on the surface, he still looked indifferent and even warned Xiao Qiao that we were just a couple in name only and there was no need to pretend.
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#20 - Betrothal
Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/13/2025
Qiao Man, the youngest daughter of the Qiao Clan, is forced to marry Wei Shao, hoping to resolve the feud between the two families with a betrothal. Rumor has it that Wei Shao is a demon who loves to conquer. Qiao Man knows that Wei Shao's marriage to her is just a delaying tactic...
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#21 - Unpredictable outcome
Season 1 - Episode 35 - Aired 5/29/2025
Wei Shao bid farewell to Xiao Qiao and led his troops to attack Panyi. However, Wei Shao was unaware that Qiao Yue, fearing the cavalry of Wei State, ignored the safety of the people downstream and ordered Yang Feng to destroy the dam during the heavy rain, drowning Wei Shao's cavalry near Yongning City...
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#25 - Prejudices
Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/13/2025
Qiao Man decided to marry Wei Shao. Wei Shao sent people to seek an audience with her many times but to no avail. Once, he secretly followed Qiao Man when she went out. After learning the reason behind it, he let go of his prejudice against the Qiao Family.
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