The first scene of the TV show opens with a young Emperor Xiang, newly enthroned, embarking on an autumn hunt with his eldest daughter.
In the frame, Emperor Xiang and Princess Lingjun are riding horses at the forefront, with Princess Lingjun occasionally tilting her head to say something to Emperor Xiang, her delicate face breaking into a brilliant smile. Suddenly, she lets out a light shout and dashes into the woods ahead.
Emperor Xiang, smiling indulgently and helplessly behind her, gestures to the guards to follow her.
In the history books, Princess Lingjun is noted for her excellent equestrian skills, and just from this first scene, Ye Qiu thoroughly showcases them. The entire sequence of mounting and speeding up on the horse is done in one go, including the subsequent hunting scenes, which all use no stunt doubles, but the actress herself in action.