Vincent inspects grand gifts prepared for his upcoming wedding. Cora watches as a ghost, haunted by memories of her own lonely wedding day. Meanwhile, Florrie confronts Vincent in the street to protest his abandonment of the Lancaster family honor. Vincent refuses to listen, dismissing her concerns with insults. When Florrie threatens to report him to the Emperor, Vincent recklessly forces his horse through the crowd, nearly striking her, before heading to the temple to clear his mind.
Vincent surveys the lavish betrothal gifts intended for the Su family. Beside him, the ghost of Cora observes the scene. She recalls her own wedding day, where she arrived at the manor alone without any celebratory fanfare or warmth.
00:12: Florrie Challenges The Procession
As the wedding procession moves through the streets, Florrie steps into the path of Vincent’s horse. She demands he stop, accusing him of betraying the Lancaster family. Vincent mocks her, ignores her protest, and prepares to force his way through.
01:06: Vincent Ignores The Warning
A guard pulls Florrie to safety just before she is hit. Vincent orders his men to continue to the Su manor. He decides to visit Zhenguo Temple alone, demanding that no one speak Cora's name on his wedding day.
Key Lines from Episode 2
“沈缡要拿沈家在我面前做大旗，就等她的名字也刻在碑上再说吧。”
“你若今日敢去苏家下聘，我便到皇上面前告上一状，看你待如何！”
“大好的日子，我不想再听见有关沈缡的任何事！”
How Episode 2 Ends
Vincent rides off toward the temple, determined to scrub away any trace of the day’s unpleasantness. He leaves the betrothal gifts to be delivered to the Su family, firmly prioritizing his new marriage over his past. As he departs, the tension between his cold cruelty and the memories of his wife intensifies, leaving the viewer to wonder if the truth of Cora’s absence will finally force its way into his life.