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During her marriage to Prince Li Chi, Xie Wan Yin witnesses the brutal murder of her father-in-law by the renowned national teacher, Dongfang Zui. She soon finds herself targeted by him. Despite her initial fears of being killed, Dongfang Zui instead forces her into a marriage to gain control over her family. Xie Wan Yin, determined to resist, plans to take his life. However, on their wedding night, Dongfang Zui surprises her by allowing her to stab him after holding her hand. As they engage in a battle of minds, Xie Wan Yin uncovers a complex conspiracy connecting her and Dongfang Zui to their shared history.

Within the storyline, a general's sole daughter is compelled to comply with an imperial order to wed a prince. Unexpectedly, she falls in love with a stand-in prince, a man who has been residing in the shadows, acting as a substitute for the true prince. This replacement is sly, possessing a firm grasp of political influence, and highly proficient in martial arts. Despite his aloof and strategic demeanor, his heart starts to soften solely for the woman who becomes his vulnerability. As the power struggle escalates, the main characters find themselves as mere pieces in a larger scheme. Although their emotions evolve, the profound betrayal between them ignites intense emotional turmoil. Love transforms into animosity, and they turn into foes, battling with blades instead of words. Their intricate bond, founded on deceit and intertwined with personal aspirations, is brimming with agony and emotional complexity, epitomized by their dual personas and parallel lives.

Following the betrayal and murder at the hands of her closest friend and influential figures, Jiang Le Yao is reincarnated with vivid recollections of her sorrowful history. Fueled by a desire for vengeance, she learns that her former friend has also been reborn and is now enjoying the life she once had through a prosperous marriage. As Jiang Le Yao embarks on her quest for retribution, she discovers that her adversary is supported by an even more formidable power, making her pursuit of justice increasingly complex.

Jiang Yao is an undercover agent who enters an illegal auction in order to approach the notorious warlord Yan Xuan. However, she is surprised to find herself being "purchased" by her former lover, Chi Yan Zhou, who vanished years earlier following a heartbreaking betrayal. Chi Yan Zhou, now a formidable figure driven by a desire for revenge, aims to torment Jiang Yao while also struggling with emotions from their shared history. As they confront a mix of love and vengeance, their reunion stirs up past hurts and unresolved feelings.

Following the destruction of her family, the young woman from a prominent household decided to change her name and seek revenge against the powerful princess who caused it all. Little did she expect to fall in love with the son of her sworn enemy while on her path of vengeance.

Shen Yan, the maid in charge, has been by the Seventh Prince Chu Ning Yuan's side since childhood, helping him in his quest for power. Both of them have faced tragedies that have hardened their hearts and driven them to seek revenge. Their bond is built on mutual understanding in a world filled with darkness, with only each other to provide warmth. Despite Chu Ning Yuan developing feelings for Shen Yan, she remains indifferent and even goes as far as arranging his marriage to sabotage his plans for securing power. Seeing through Shen Yan's motives, Chu Ning Yuan becomes increasingly paranoid and is determined to keep her close to him at all costs.

On the night of Yan Qing Ge's wedding, her husband, Huo Ling Cheng, brutally murdered the entire Yan family. In a secretive move, Huo Ling Cheng took Yan Qing Ge under his protection and brought her to the Huo household. Traumatized by the events, Yan Qing Ge lost her memories upon awakening. To keep her safe from the threats posed by the Huo family, Huo Ling Cheng could only inform the amnesiac Yan Qing Ge that she was merely his companion. During Huo Ling Cheng's marriage ceremony with the daughter of the Shang Shu, he received alarming news that Yan Qing Ge had been kidnapped. Without hesitation, he abandoned his new bride to rescue the endangered Yan Qing Ge. In the end, Yan Qing Ge uncovered her true identity, while Huo Ling Cheng came to realize the depth of his true grievances...

Taking place during the Republic of China period, Shen Qing Zhu sneaks into the residence of a formidable warlord in order to seek justice for her sister, Shen Xin Er

During the decline of the Nan Dynasty, a power struggle ensued between the factions of the Crown Prince and the Eldest Prince. With the help of Lord Xiao Lin Zhou, the Crown Prince's supporters began to gain strength. However, the Crown Prince started to feel uneasy about Xiao Lin Zhou's influence and decided to send Qin Che, the Ninth Prince, to reside in Xiao Lin Zhou's residence to keep him from interfering in state affairs. In an attempt to appease both parties, Qin Che took an official document and concealed it in The Plenilune Tower.

Following her escape from a horrific massacre, Qin Shi Yue is rescued by Commander Dai Shi Yao and becomes entangled in the lives of two brothers: A Sheng, whose emotions transform from selfishness to genuine love, and Dai Shi Yao, who shifts from doubt to deep affection. As conflict ignites, they confront their fates with acts of sacrifice and unwavering loyalty, while Qin Shi Yue seeks the truth surrounding her father's unjust demise and embarks on a fresh start.

An individual who tunes pianos despite being visually impaired is committed to discovering the circumstances surrounding her parents' deaths and ensuring justice is served for their unjust demise. Struggling with conflicting feelings of love and a desire for retribution, she bravely challenges obstacles, traversing through shadows and defying fate to execute her meticulously plotted retaliation. (TMDb)

In a past life, Jiang Wan Tang was deserted by her family and resided in a rural area. Her older sister, Jiang Wan Fu, was married off to her in a transactional manner but was later exiled to a secluded palace by a cruel ruler. Feeling bitter, Jiang Wan Fu sought to remarry her sister, only to be turned down. The siblings met a tragic end by falling from a tall structure, only to be reborn. In their new lives, Jiang Wan Tang manipulated Emperor JiWu Yuan using cunning tactics to seize power and exact her revenge.

Su Nian Wing collaborates with her brother-in-law, Huo Han Jin, to sabotage a wedding. Following a tragic event that causes her to lose her memory, she discovers surprising revelations about her history and her intricate connection with Huo Han Jin.

Ye Ru Yi finds herself unexpectedly thrust into the world of a comic book as a minor character with a tragic fate. In this new reality, she crosses paths with Zuo Qian Chen, a prince who masquerades as a hero. As they journey together, their relationship evolves from deceit to salvation, influencing the lives of others and altering the course of the story.

Following her betrayal by the man who adopted her, the fierce and striking assassin Qing Mao is abandoned and presumed dead. In her last fleeting moments, she discovers that the architect of her family's destruction has been hiding close by. Fueled by a desire for revenge, she spends five years preparing, transforming herself into the captivating songstress Liu Ru Meng. With this new persona, she initiates her plan for vengeance...

Jiang Yi Ran, a student of medicine, assumes the identity of Yan Ran within an affluent household to search for her lost sister, revealing a tangled network of deceit, homicide, and concealed personas. As she develops feelings for Gu Ye, a man leading a secretive double existence, they collaborate to unveil the true murderer and the sinister realities surrounding their families.

Following her betrayal and death in a fire, Princess Sheng Yun Lin is given a second chance at life and embarks on a journey to restore her authority. With her intelligence and bravery, she assembles a group of supporters, uncovers corruption, and pursues justice for her family, all while navigating a perilous romance with the arrogant Grand Tutor Xie Fei amid the complexities of court politics and power struggles.

Lu Hua Yan, the leading star of Paramount, arrives to avenge her sister. She meets Li Mo Tong, who hails from a realm known as "Wujian." In his pursuit of a treasure that promises immortality for "Wujian," his mission requires him to eliminate the mortal singer, Lu Hua Yan. To his surprise, he realizes she is his beloved from a previous life. This sets the stage for a narrative filled with a complex blend of love and animosity, where desire and revenge intersect.

On the night of her wedding, Gu Chao Chao faces betrayal from both her husband and her closest friend, leading to her near demise. Five years later, she reemerges as Ji Yun Chao, intent on orchestrating a meticulously planned revenge to unveil their treachery and reclaim her life’s direction.

In the fourteenth year of the Tianbao Emperor's rule, the An-Shi Rebellion breaks out, compelling the Emperor to escape to the west. Eunuch Chen Jing Bian wields considerable power in Chang'an. His Dark Night Firefly Map conceals critical information about prominent individuals, leading to an influx of spies aiming to capture him. At the same time, Feng Yin Niang, the daughter of a military lineage, arrives in Chang'an disguised as a physician, on a quest to acquire the Firefly Map to reveal the true mastermind behind the murder of the Feng family.

The story centers around Bai Mu Li, a contemporary archaeology aficionado who, due to an enigmatic bell from the Western Regions, unexpectedly travels back through centuries and discovers the endangered ancient kingdom of Jingjue. In this realm, he encounters Princess Ayimu, a woman burdened with the mission of rescuing her homeland. As they navigate the tensions between cultures and their intertwined fates, romance blossoms between them. Together, they confront dynastic intrigues and external dangers, embarking on an adventurous quest for protection that spans both time and space.

To uncover the hidden truth about Ambergris and develop a rejuvenating incense, Ye Xiao Cong, the sole heir of the esteemed Fanxiang clan in the mountains, took on the role of a servant in the residence of the Marquis of Pingyuan

Lin Fang Hua, the Minister of Revenue's daughter, returned to her hometown of Wuzhou alongside her mother and younger brother

To pursue her aspiration of becoming a martial artist, a defiant young woman named Liu Yan departs from her home in search of apprenticeship under Yun Su, a proficient escort expert

By chance, Lin Yu Jing found herself transported to ancient times where she ended up married to the destitute prince, Gu Li. As she delves into the corruption surrounding disaster relief funds, she uncovers Gu Li's secret identity as the notorious assassin known as Xiao Yan Wang in Jianghu. Together, they face numerous challenges and dangers. Upon discovering that Gu Li has been slowly poisoned by the emperor and only has a month to live, Lin Yu Jing's feelings for him deepen as she hopes for more time together. However, the reality turns out to be different.

Yan Tang wakes up in confusion on the morning of her wedding to Qin Jing An, only to realize that she has been reborn after being poisoned by her husband and cousin, Zhao Ying Ying, in her previous life. Refusing to marry Qin Jing An this time, she is instead commanded to wed Jun Jiu Xiao, the 9th Prince who had ordered the execution of her family in her past life. With the help of the deity, Great Jade, Yan Tang is given a chance to uncover the truth behind her family's demise by marrying the 9th Prince and assisting him in becoming the ruler. Armed with the ability to foresee the future, she navigates a treacherous path in the Royal Palace alongside the reluctant and fierce Prince, facing threats from dark forces.

After being betrayed by her ex-boyfriend, Li Nuo Nuo is set on seeking revenge. She decides to transform herself through weight loss and plastic surgery. Utilizing Ding Chen Yu as a means to achieve her revenge, their relationship evolves into love. However, Chen Yu eventually discovers his role as a mere tool and chooses to end their relationship. Will their story conclude with a happy ending? (Youku)

At a gathering organized for the princess to find a suitable partner, a stranger suddenly emerged. To her surprise, the princess found herself bestowed with the gift of foresight whenever she gazed upon this man. As a result, she made the bold choice to marry him, sparking the start of an enchanting love story. (Youku)

During the year of Jixuan, Princess Meng Yu Er, who was set to marry, unexpectedly eliminated four potential suitors in a row. This not only caused chaos for Naf, but also led to a perplexing mystery. Upon the return of Ninth Prince Xi Shirakawa from battle, a strange bloody wind stirred up a long-buried cloud of dust, complicating his relationship with the princess. Hidden behind this mysterious and peculiar incident was a forgotten past that has resurfaced. Eventually, the lingering uncertainties, past entanglements, and hidden currents will be revealed as the veil of secrecy is lifted. It turns out that the distant beloved one is actually the uncle of the Nine Emperors, who was once known for being unreliable and unpredictable.

Whenever a woman ties the knot, her spouse mysteriously passes away. The tale of her three deceased husbands within a month spreads throughout the city. Disheartened, Su Xiao Ci heads back home only to be presented with a martial arts competition invitation from the royal court. However, her opponent is a prince who has been in a coma for an extended period.

While strolling down the street, Shangguan Ling Er was suddenly accosted by a group of individuals. In a moment of distress, a stranger swiftly came to her rescue, earning her admiration and affection. She affectionately referred to him as her "Little Brother" and vowed to remain unmarried in this lifetime. Three years passed in the blink of an eye, and Ling Er had yet to encounter her savior once more. As she was being courted by a potential suitor in the capital, a maid burst through the door, breathless, with news that the emperor had decreed that his son, the seventh prince, would wed her.

Tang Ling Long has aspirations of starting her own eatery, but her father urges her to pursue a more conventional career. However, her fate takes an unexpected turn when she is magically transported into the past and finds herself living as the pampered daughter of a historic tavern owner. (TMDb)

Lu Yu Sheng is a skilled physician who has a unique condition that prevents him from having contact with women, leading him to only treat male patients. Assisting him in his medical practice is his sister, Lu Meng Yue. One day, a dancer named Su Lin from a brothel seeks out the doctor for assistance after being poisoned and given only three months to live. Lu Meng Yue finds herself drawn to the brothel owner, Chen Man, upon meeting him, despite her brother's disapproval due to their complicated history. Chen Man, a stoic man who holds a negative view towards women and love, further complicates matters when both Lu Yu Sheng and Su Lin develop feelings for each other.

Dong Zhi Yu and Master Xia Yu Ang were promised to each other since they were children. When it was revealed that Dong Zhi Yu cannot have children, Master Xia Yu Ang starts a relationship with Hou Yi Fei, who becomes pregnant. This causes Xia Yu Ang to kick Dong Zhi Yu out of the Xia mansion. While being forced to leave, Dong Zhi Yu is injured by Hou Yi Fei. After undergoing several surgeries that change her appearance, Dong Zhi Yu returns to seek revenge by causing discord between the couple. However, there are mysterious women with swords and a pipa player named Ying Ying pretending to be blind. With more people involved, will Dong Zhi Yu succeed in her revenge plot?

The Food Fairy named Feng Li Li was punished and sent to the mortal realm to face a love crisis. She ventured into the residence of Shen Yu Chuan, the ruler of Jiuli City, in search of her fated companion to assist her during this ordeal. Despite marrying Shen Yu Chuan due to a series of coincidences, she later discovered that her true destined partner was someone else. This realization led Feng Li Li to make desperate attempts to flee the mansion. Meanwhile, a political plot was unfolding quietly. To safeguard Feng Li Li, Shen Yu Chuan deliberately distanced himself from her, prompting her to realize her affection for him. However, she soon learned that Shen Yu Chuan's feelings towards her were part of a calculated ruse. This revelation fueled her transformation from love to hatred, driving her to seek vengeance on Shen Yu Chuan until the truth about her true destined partner was unveiled.

According to legend, it is said that the warrior Ji Feng possesses a legendary Sun-Chasing Sword that is said to be able to kill without ever getting stained with blood. In a covert mission, the secret guard Qing Yi is assigned to Ji Feng to find a chance to eliminate him and take possession of the Sun-Chasing Sword. However, to her surprise, she ends up falling in love with him instead! (Youku)