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To infiltrate the Ning King's mansion, top assassin Han Chan applies for a maid position and undergoes a medical talent assessment by the Ning King's consort, Qing Mei. Han Chan successfully diagnoses Qing Mei's pregnancy by taking her pulse and skillfully prepares a cooling herbal remedy that avoids herbs harmful to the fetus, thus overcoming the musician Pan Zhongwu's challenge and earning Qing Mei's initial favor. However, during the pulse-taking, Qing Mei notices calluses on Han Chan's fingers indicative of martial arts training. Her demeanor immediately changes, and she holds a dagger to Han Chan, questioning her true identity and intentions, placing Han Chan's infiltration plan at risk of exposure right at the first step.