Taking advantage of a moment when everyone was drunk, Chen Xi stole the scroll and attempted to return to the present — but she failed. When she slipped back into the camp, she discovered that Ji Chang was the true thief who had stolen the Mogao mural draft. In the ensuing struggle, Shen Huan was slashed by Ji Chang while protecting Chen Xi. Seizing her chance, Chen Xi rode toward Yumen Pass in search of help.