Magpie Mountain Imperial Villa
鹊山行宫
An imperial residence located at the base of Magpie Mountain used by the royal family for travel and retreats.
Golden Wind Pavilion
金风台
A scenic location near the imperial villa famous for watching snow and brewing tea, often frequented by couples to pledge their affections.
Fragrant Plum Hall
芳梅殿
A specific residential courtyard within the Magpie Mountain Imperial Villa where Jinning is temporarily staying.
Marquis of Yong'an Estate
永安侯府
The noble household of the Pei family.
Snowy Forest
雪林
The location where the Crown Prince and Jinning had originally agreed to meet.
Imperial Villa
行宫
A temporary palace or residence used by the imperial family away from the capital.
Palace Household Department
内务府
The imperial institution responsible for managing palace affairs, including the granting of titles and ranks.
Phoenix Hall
栖凤殿
The primary residence of Empress Xu within the imperial palace.
Sleeping Snow Courtyard
眠雪院
A specific residence within the palace that the Emperor ordered to be cleaned and prepared for a newly favored woman.
Phoenix Dwelling
栖凤居
The specific residence of Empress Xu within the Magpie Mountain Imperial Villa, located at the summit.
Weaving Snow Hall
织雪殿
A hall within the palace where a previous significant encounter took place involving drugged wine.
County Princess Changping Palace
长平郡主府
The household where Liu Zhenzhen resides.
Listening Snow Pavilion
听雪阁
The specific banquet venue located at the summit of Queshan, where the Emperor hosts officials and their families.
Que Mountain
鹊山
The mountain where the imperial banquet is held, featuring the Listening Snow Pavilion at its peak.
Huaiyang
淮阳
The location where Jinning spent the last three years observing a period of mourning for her father.
Great Liang
大梁
The reigning dynasty and sovereign state.
West Side Hall
西偏殿
A quiet and sparsely populated area of the Imperial Villa near where Jinning hides in the snow.
Western Palace
西宫
A secluded area of the imperial palace where Jinning waits to intercept the Emperor.
Spring Red Pavilion
春红楼
A well-known pleasure house in the capital city that opened a year ago.
Bianjing City
汴京城
The capital city where the Marquis's estate and the pleasure house are located.
Remote Mountains
深山
The wilderness area where the Emperor will lose his way during the imperial hunt.
Snow Cave
雪洞
The specific location in the mountains where the injured Emperor is destined to be found.
Horse Stables
马场
The area within the imperial villa grounds where horses are selected for the hunt.
Xuanqing Hall
玄清殿
The primary imperial residence or administrative hall where court physicians would typically gather to treat the Emperor.
Queshan
雀山
The mountain location where the Emperor fell and was subsequently tracked and found by Jinning during a blizzard.
Imperial Observatory
钦天监
The government office responsible for astronomy, calendar-making, and interpreting omens or prophecies.
Mountain Cave
山洞
A secluded natural shelter where the Emperor and Jinning take refuge from the snow and wind, lit only by a charcoal fire.
Qinhuai
秦淮
A district known for its entertainment and songstresses, mentioned in relation to the scandalous rumors surrounding Jinning's biological mother.
Phoenix Hall
凤凰殿
The residence of Empress Xu within the Imperial Villa where the noble ladies are gathered.
Crown Prince's Estate
太子府
The official residence and household of the heir to the throne.
Viewing Platform
观景台
A scenic lookout point located on the path down the mountain from Phoenix Hall.
Hall of Treasures
珍宝堂
A highly profitable business establishment owned by the Marquis of Yong'an Estate, originally intended as part of Jinning's dowry.
Cloud Firmament Palace
云霄殿
The specific residence or hall where the Emperor resides, and the location where Jinning goes to offer her thanks.
Official Courier Station
官驿
The planned stop for the entourage that they fail to reach due to the ambush.
Abandoned Temple
破庙
A dilapidated sanctuary with a broken roof where Jinning and the Emperor take temporary refuge from assassins.
Courier Station
驿馆
A government-run lodging facility where the traveling party stops to rest and seek shelter from the cold.
The Capital
京
The central seat of power for the Great Liang dynasty and the destination of the traveling party.
Yansheng Hall
雁声堂
A residence within the Marquis's estate previously owned by the grandfather and gifted to Jinning, currently occupied by Pei Mingyue.
Songhe Hall
松鹤堂
A quiet courtyard within the estate where the grandfather moved to recover from illness.
Yunxiang Pavilion
云香阁
The less prestigious courtyard where Jinning is reassigned to stay upon her return.
Zhilan Courtyard
芷兰院
The residence where Pei Mingyue relocates after being forced out of Yansheng Hall.
Duke Protector's Estate
镇国公府
The residence of the Duke Protector where a grand birthday banquet is held.
Duke's Residence
国公府
The large estate belonging to the Old Duke where the birthday banquet and the confrontation with Xiao Chengyuan take place.
Prince Rui's Residence
瑞王府
The household and estate belonging to Prince Rui and his son, Xiao Chengyuan.
Penglai Pavilion
蓬莱阁
A high-end building within the Duke's Residence constructed specifically for receiving distinguished guests.
Western Suburbs
西郊
The area where the Emperor was conducting an official inspection before visiting the Duke's Residence.
Artificial Mountain
假山
A decorative rock formation within the Duke's gardens where Jinning hid her noble attire and changed out of her maid disguise.
Bianjing
汴京
The capital city and the social center of the Great Liang dynasty where the elite gather.
Imperial Palace
皇宫
The residence of the Emperor and the seat of power.
The Money House
钱庄
A financial institution where Jinning secures her gifts from Old Madame Xu to prevent them from being seized by her family.
Phoenix Palace
凤仪宫
The official residence of the Empress within the Imperial Palace.
Ministry of Rites
礼部
The government department responsible for imperial ceremonies, rituals, and marriages.
Chancellor Xu's Estate
徐相府
The residence of Chancellor Xu and the ancestral home of Empress Xu's family.
Phoenix Palace
凤仪殿
The official residence of the Empress within the Imperial Palace grounds.
Xuanhua Hall
宣华殿
A hall within the palace where noble ladies are stationed to learn etiquette and imperial rules.
Xuanwen Hall
宣文殿
A location within the Imperial Palace where the noble ladies are staying and undergoing etiquette training.
Moon Gazing Pavilion
登月楼
A quiet and secluded high tower within the palace where the Emperor retreats alone on the night of the full moon to watch the moon and play chess.
Moon Viewing Terrace
观月台
The highest platform of the Moon Gazing Pavilion, furnished with a low table and a chessboard.
Zhaoning Hall
昭宁殿
A prestigious palace hall that the Emperor assigns to Jinning to reflect her status as the future Crown Princess.
Zhaoning Palace
昭宁宫
The designated palace where Jinning is sent to rest for the night to maintain proper decorum.
Ancestral Hall
祠堂
The place within the Marquis's estate where family members are sent to kneel as punishment and reflect on their ancestors.
Imperial Stables
上驷院
The department and grounds responsible for the imperial horses and where the princes practice riding and archery.
Warm Jade Pavilion
暖玉轩
A cozy location near the palace halls equipped with constant charcoal heating and refreshments, used by the Emperor for tea breaks and resting.
Western Suburbs Camp
西郊大营
A military encampment outside the city where the Crown Prince was expected to conduct inspections.
Golden Light Temple
金光寺
A well-known Buddhist temple located on a mountaintop, frequently visited by pilgrims for prayer and worship.
Temple of the Matchmaker
月老祠
A shrine dedicated to the God of Marriage, situated halfway up the mountain near Golden Light Temple, where people pray for romance and favorable marriages.
General's Mansion
将军府
The noble residence and estate of Meng Lushan's family.
Tea Room
茶室
A quiet, dimly lit room within the Temple of the Matchmaker where Jinning hides behind a screen before being discovered by Xiao Yi.
Side Chamber
厢房
A private room within the temple grounds where the Crown Prince and Pei Mingyue meet in secret.
Yansheng Hall
燕声堂
The specific living quarters or courtyard within the Marquis's estate belonging to Jinning.
Ciyin Convent
慈音庵
A Buddhist nunnery where noblewomen who have committed social indiscretions or moral failings are sent to live in seclusion and perform spiritual penance.
Duke of Ding's Residence
定国公府
A powerful household allied with Consort Xian. It is the target of Jinning's scheme to place Pei Mingyue as a spy and a sacrificial lamb in a troubled marriage.
Jingchun Palace
景春宫
The residence of Consort Xian within the imperial palace.
Pei Manor
裴府
The residence of the Marquis of Yong'an's family.
Meng Manor
孟府
The residence of the Meng family, which has maintained a close relationship with the Pei family for generations.
Shoukang Palace
寿康宫
The residence of the Empress Dowager.
Buddhist Prayer Hall
佛堂
A secluded hall behind Shoukang Palace used by the Empress Dowager for prayer, containing resting rooms.
Side Palace
偏殿
An auxiliary building within Shoukang Palace where the Emperor resides when staying at his mother's quarters.
Songhe Dwelling
松鹤居
A residence within the palace grounds currently occupied by the Emperor and guarded by Wei Mang.
Phoenix Palace
栖凤宫
The official residence of the Empress, from which she exerts her influence over the inner court.
Banquet Hall
宴厅
The main venue for the Empress Dowager's birthday celebration and the site of the celebratory fireworks.
Warm Pavilion
暖阁
A small, secondary building located near Yansheng Hall, decorated with plants, used as a temporary infirmary for Pei Mingyue's recovery.
Vermilion Bird Street
朱雀街
A bustling main thoroughfare in the capital known for its lively morning markets and tea stalls.
Imperial Mausoleum
皇陵
The burial site for the Emperors of the dynasty.
Vermilion Bird Tower
朱雀楼
A well-known establishment in the capital famous for its morning tea and breakfast.
The Northwest
西北
The frontier region guarded by the General who Guards the West, known for its harsh winds and vast vistas.
Warm Spring Imperial Villa
暖泉行宫
An imperial villa with hot springs where the Empress Dowager and Empress Xu travel for recuperation.
Plum Forest
梅林
A scenic area near the Fragrant Plum Hall where Consort Xian hosts a banquet to admire green plum blossoms.
Cold Palace
冷宫
The desolate area of the imperial palace where disgraced concubines are sent, located near the plum forest.
Icy Lake
冰湖
A frozen body of water where ice is harvested for storage; Jinning falls through its thin surface while fleeing attackers.
The Imperial Palace
宫中
The site of the year-end feast where officials and their families gather to celebrate with the Emperor.
Yaohua Hall
肴华殿
The specific banquet hall within the palace where the year-end feast for officials and their families is held.
Duke of Qin Residence
秦国公府
The estate of the prominent Qin family in the capital.
Court of Imperial Entertainments
光禄寺
A government office responsible for imperial banquets and ceremonies.
Court of Imperial Sacrifices
太常寺
A government office in charge of imperial rituals, ancestral worship, and ceremonies.
Marquis's Estate
侯府
The ancestral home and residence of the Marquis of Yong'an and his family.
Great Hall
大殿
The primary hall where the imperial banquet and the public dissolution of the engagement took place.
Octagonal Pavilion
八角亭
A structure located by the snowy lake within the palace grounds where the Emperor and Jinning meet privately.
Snow Lake
雪湖
A scenic lake within the imperial grounds, currently frozen or covered in snow.
Dining Hall
饭厅
The communal dining area within the Marquis's estate where the family gathers for morning meals.
Front Hall
前厅
The public reception area of the Marquis's estate where formal guests and imperial envoys are received.
Second Prince Residence
二皇子府
The household of the Second Prince where Yao Yuzhi is destined to live after marriage.
Nanyang
南阳
The distant location where the Marquis intends to marry off Jinning to remove her from the capital.
Discipline Hall
戒堂
A specific chamber within the estate used for physical punishment and the rigorous teaching of rules and etiquette.
Heavenly Street
天街
An extremely prosperous and wealthy thoroughfare in the capital, even more bustling than Vermilion Bird Street, where the Emperor takes Jinning to see the festivities.
Liu Household
柳府
The prominent residence of Liu Zhenzhen's family, one of the elite households in the capital.
Meng Household
孟家
The residence of the prestigious military family led by Young General Meng.
Palace Gates
宫门口
The main entrance to the Imperial Palace complex.
Liu Household
柳家
Another noble family whose marriage proposal was rejected by the Marquis of Yong'an.
Hall of Supreme Harmony
奉天殿
The grand palace hall where the wedding ceremony of the Crown Prince and the banquet take place.
Wedding Hall
喜殿
The specific palace chamber prepared for the Crown Prince and his new bride for their wedding night.
County Princess Estate
郡主府
The residence of County Princess Changping, which she offers as a refuge for Jinning.
Imperial Medical Bureau
太医署
The official department of the palace responsible for medical care and the testing of medicines and herbs.
Bianjing City Gate
汴京城门
The entrance to the capital appearing in Jinning's prophetic dream, where a weathered general leads an army.
Great Liang Dynasty
大梁朝
The current reigning dynasty which was once on the brink of collapse before being restored to prosperity by Emperor Xiao Yi.
Imperial Ancestral Temple
太庙
The sacred site where members of the imperial family perform prayers and ancestral rites.
Riding and Archery Field
骑射场
A facility adjacent to the Imperial Palace, primarily used by princes and their companions for equestrian and archery practice, occasionally serving as a venue for sports.
The Elevated Platform
高台
An ornate viewing stand designated for the royal concubines and consorts to watch court activities.
The Cuju Field
蹴鞠场
The designated sports ground where the princes and noble sons compete in athletic matches.
Huguo Temple
护国寺
A prominent temple frequently associated with royal offerings and the sourcing of blessed artifacts.
Zhenguo Temple
镇国寺
A revered religious site where Master Liaokong served, known for its sacred items.