Young Bao Zheng demonstrates his wisdom in Lu Zhou, quickly identifying flaws in the boundary markers, and exposing the murderous plot of Li Dacai and his son who were illegally occupying land! With his extraordinary cunning, he gains the recognition of Magistrate Liu Yun and enters the academy, where he impresses the tough sons of powerful nobles like Su Tu. When Su Dalang is found dead in a secret chamber, Bao Zheng unravels the mystery behind the ice dagger trap and the locked room ruse, uncovering the real culprit only to find himself falsely accused! Magistrate Zhao Decai plots to poison and harm his mentor, but Bao Zheng, in a desperate situation, finds evidence and, with the help of his friends, clears his name and outsmarts the corrupt official, bringing him to justice! This marks the emergence of a legendary upright magistrate, who upholds justice and protects the people, thus beginning his legendary life.
