The rebels finally come. The capital is lost. The emperor orders the death of the empress. However, Princess Chang Ping escapes death although she has lost one of her arms. The emperor hangs himself.

Shin-hsien meets Chang Ping the nun by chance. Shih-hsien advises Princess Chang Ping to surrender on the condition that Ming Emperor and Queen must be royally entombed while the crown prince must be released.

The petition is granted. Princess Chang Ping and Shih-hsien are married in court. Right under the camphor tree, they toast each other with poisoned drinks and die together in a last burst of glory.