The Punishment
Episodes
Episodes
EP 1· ★ 9· 45m

Episode 1

In 2008, Hu Xiaoyue, a police captain, dies under suspicious circumstances. His mentor Ye Tianyou returns to Hanzhou to uncover the truth, starting with a case Hu Xiaoyue was investigating.

EP 20· 45m

Episode 2

In 1990, young Qin Feng nearly confronts the Zhao family who killed his parents. Adopted by Madam Wen, he grows up navigating dangerous loyalties and shadowy dealings.

EP 30· 45m

Episode 3

In 2002, Xu Li reports a sexual assault, and Qin Feng uncovers that all may be connected to criminal mastermind Luo Bo. Ye Tianyou officially takes his post as police chief.

EP 40· 45m

Episode 4

Xu Li attempts suicide as Qin Feng and Lao Mai rush to her aid. They also save Liu Tianye and Wen Jiangyong from danger, intensifying their pursuit of justice.

EP 50· 45m

Episode 5

Qin Feng, Lao Mai, and Hu Xiaoyue discuss Xu Li’s suspicious teacher. Meanwhile, power struggles escalate as criminals manipulate Longwan’s business dealings.

EP 60· 45m

Episode 6

Qin Feng suspects a police mole as power cuts and missing surveillance hint at sabotage, raising stakes in the investigation.

EP 70· 48m

Episode 7

Lao Mai takes responsibility for an assault case to protect his team. Qin Feng tracks criminal Ye Siyuan meeting with Luo Bo.

EP 80· 42m

Episode 8

Qin Feng investigates a money-laundering hub with Wang Tao and Bian Jing, persuading a hesitant ally to act swiftly.

EP 90· 46m

Episode 9

Qin Feng visits the imprisoned Lao Mai, learning Xu Li’s case is neglected. Luo Bo tests loyalty with a symbolic orchid.

EP 100· 46m

Episode 10

A tangled web of crime, family, and police unfolds as Qin Feng and Liu Tianye navigate loyalty, law, and personal stakes.

EP 110· 46m

Episode 11

Wen Bo celebrates a tech competition win. Qin Feng fails to save Wang Tao’s mother in time, highlighting the cost of duty.

EP 120· 42m

Episode 12

Qin Feng and friends endure grueling training, paralleling the search for a fugitive who threatens Longwan’s fragile order.

EP 130· 46m

Episode 13

Qin Feng starts at Gutang Town Police. Undercover operations and surveillance hint at a criminal hideout.

EP 140· 46m

Episode 14

A casino raid by Ye Tianyou and team captures a key suspect; Hu Xiaoyue nearly mistakes his mentor for a criminal.

EP 150· 41m

Episode 15

Trust is built as Lao Mai lets Su Hongbao visit his dying father. He Biao targets Liu Tianfei, escalating tension.

EP 160· 42m

Episode 16

Lao Mai and Hu Xiaoyue deliver grim news to Su Hongbao. Qin Feng probes casino links to corruption.

EP 170· 43m

Episode 17

Lao Mai begins prison sentence, protected by allies. Liu Tianye struggles with fatherhood amidst chaos.

EP 180· 45m

Episode 18

Ye Tianyou, Qin Feng, and Hu Xiaoyue pick up Lao Mai from prison, uncovering past injustices and corruption.

EP 190· 43m

Episode 19

Qin Feng and Hu Xiaoyue set up Lao Mai with a taxi job. Liu Tianye expands his business, blending personal stakes and crime.

EP 200· 42m

Episode 20

Qin Feng and Wang Tao uncover a drug dealer, while Zhang Xin notices criminal targeting in Longwan.

EP 210· 42m

Episode 21

Families celebrate milestones, while debt collectors stir trouble, showing crime and life intertwining.

EP 220· 46m

Episode 22

Qin Feng saves Hu Xiaoyue from a life-threatening accident, resisting a forced transfer meant to halt his investigation.

EP 230· 43m

Episode 23

Financial projects stall under criminal influence, and Qiao Defu’s family is threatened to force compliance.

EP 240· 41m

Episode 24

Lao Mai visits Xu Li’s grave, monitored by enemies; Liu Tianye navigates business and criminal pressures.

EP 250· 43m

Episode 25

The family celebrates police academy success. A homicide reignites old criminal investigations.

EP 260· 42m

Episode 26

Longwan’s secret funds are exposed; Liu Tianye acts decisively to protect his community.

EP 270· 44m

Episode 27

The adopted siblings reflect on family and diverging paths, with law enforcement monitoring Longwan.

EP 280· 45m

Episode 28

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate success; Liu Tianye takes preemptive action against potential threats.

EP 290· 45m

Episode 29

Families gather as accidents trigger new investigations. Officials suspect internal corruption.

EP 300· 46m

Episode 30

A city accident demands accountability; Ye Tianyou faces political pressure while coordinating investigations.

EP 310· 43m

Episode 31

Liu Tianye monitors officials, while Qin Feng’s investigation continues amid construction accident fallout.

EP 320· 44m

Episode 32

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye process the fallout of violent deaths, confronting moral dilemmas.

EP 330· 45m

Episode 33

Qin Feng traces the attack on Zhao Wenxuan, leveraging Longwan connections for the truth.

EP 340· 46m

Episode 34

Zhao Wenxuan reconnects with his father; Liu Tianye realizes events are spiraling beyond control.

EP 350· 47m

Episode 35

Loss and trauma push Qin Feng to step back, showing the human cost of policing.

EP 360· 45m

Episode 36

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate, while Liu Tianye strikes against unresponsive officials.

EP 370· 43m

Episode 37

Xu Li is persuaded to report crimes; a sting operation leads to a deadly confrontation.

EP 380· 44m

Episode 38

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye reconnect, sharing clues from past criminal cases to strategize.

EP 390· 43m

Episode 39

Fireworks and birthdays mask urgent operations to rescue Meng Yu, revealing fragile family bonds.

EP 400· 45m

Episode 40

Xu Li is kidnapped during a dance competition; Qin Feng and Lao Mai intervene to save the day.