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Life Under My Skin

The drama follows a band of courageous and unknown volunteers who initiate a battle of wits and bravery against criminals to uphold justice

Zhong Kun, a young man who lived a normal life, experienced a major turning point at 25. He was puzzled by the unusual occurrences he frequently witnessed. With a strong sense of justice instilled in him by his aunt, Zhong Kun found himself unexpectedly joining the criminal investigation team. Teaming up with "computer expert" Shan Zi, he worked on solving challenging cases and delving into the mysterious circumstances surrounding his parents' death in a series of unique investigations.

After his Master passed away, the painter Cheng Ren was overcome with sorrow. He found a painting left behind by his Master and set out on a quest to uncover the hidden truth. Despite facing many challenges, Cheng Ren was determined to seek justice for the living and the deceased. Though initially appearing unrelated, the six cases he investigated were ultimately intertwined. Baidu

Haunted by the mysterious death of a fellow student, Lin Chuan dedicates a decade to uncovering the truth. In parallel, Shen Xia and her sibling Shen Dong find themselves entangled in the criminal underbelly following a personal loss. Their fates collide, leading to a gripping narrative of justice versus crime, intertwined with themes of love, hatred, and vengeance. (Credit: TMDb)

Following her sister's tragic suicide, a note left behind triggers a series of suicides in the family

The initial connection between lawyer Shing Wai Shun and exotic dancer Hung Long Kiu starts with a mobile phone. Kiu's behavior towards Shun has been inconsistent, leaving him feeling unsure about her intentions. Feeling suspicious, Shun decides to investigate discreetly. With the help of his friend Kwan Ho Ching, Shun discovers that Kiu is dating wealthy businessman Ko Wing Tai. When confronted by Shun, Kiu admits that she is after Tai's money and advises him to give up on her. It is revealed that a mysterious individual has been manipulating Kiu from the shadows.

Nearly two decades ago, a group of seven teenagers from the same neighborhood got into a heated argument with a villager named Kai Sze, resulting in a tragic death. In a panic, they decided to bury the body and keep the incident a secret. As time passed, they all moved on with their lives, only for the truth to resurface when Kai Sze's body was found. Inspector Yuen Lai Ken took on the case and began unraveling the mystery, revealing shocking connections along the way. With pressure mounting, the teenagers faced a difficult choice: confess to their crime or continue living with the burden of their secret. As relationships became entangled and the true culprit lurked in the shadows, the group found themselves at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take.

After earning her MBA from a university in the United States, Asakura Tomoko joined the local news team at a newspaper in Tokyo as a new reporter. Despite her proficiency in numbers, she lacks interest in empathizing with her interviewees. Her superiors perceive her as arrogant and inadequate due to her lack of humility. To change this perception, Tomoko decides to cover a story on home nursing care, drawing inspiration from her memories of her grandfather. However, she is taken aback by the harsh realities she encounters and uncovers a series of mysterious deaths among elderly individuals under such care.

This tale unfolds three months prior to the formation of KSBC. During Fushimi's absence, the trio of investigators at the Fushimi Detective Agency receive a message from Fushimi tasking them with looking into the case of a married woman named "Ishiyama Reiko". The client is Reiko's spouse, Takahiro, and they have a young child. As they delve into the investigation, they soon discover that things are not quite what they appear to be...

A private investigator has been hired by a group of eight mysterious artists to locate a hidden masterpiece in their works through solving puzzles. The artwork is valued at one billion dollars and was created by a renowned artist whose identity remains unknown.

A private detective has been assigned a new case by a group of mysterious artists. His objective is to examine their paintings and uncover a valuable masterpiece by solving various puzzles. The artwork is worth a billion dollars and was created by a renowned artist whose identity remains unknown.

The narrative kicks off with a tragic incident where a group of children succumbs to a severe contagious illness. Ling Ruo Yu, a youthful deputy director at the State-owned Assets Supervision and Inspection Office (SASSO), discovers a shipment of cotton fabrics contaminated with the virus. As the investigation progresses, it reveals a web of internal and external collusion, organized fraud, misappropriation of state-owned assets, and other major criminal activities.

Winter solstice brought together Chen Yi Ping, a bank accountant, and Jiang Han, a criminal policeman, through a treasury theft case. Chen Yi Ping cooperated with the police in the investigation after they intervened. The focus then shifted to Xue Fei, who tragically took his own life when the case gained attention. Despite this, Chen Yi Ping, who had uncovered Xue Fei's secret, decided to resign and move on. However, upon receiving a mysterious floppy disk after submitting his resignation, Chen Yi Ping found himself entangled in a dangerous situation. Meanwhile, Jiang Han made progress in uncovering a potential conspiracy behind Xue Fei's death. As the truth unfolded, Chen Yi Ping found himself on an irreversible path. On the night of the winter solstice, he was left in shock, only able to jot down December 20, 2002, in his diary.

Michinari Shiga is employed as an assistant editor at the weekly publication Shukan Jiryu, which has experienced an increase in sales thanks to its coverage of various scandals. He leads a life dedicated to journalism ethics, until his own son, who is in university, commits a double murder before taking his own life. Now, instead of uncovering scandals, Shiga is thrust into the midst of one. Facing pressure from his colleagues, he is demoted to a monthly magazine and his marriage begins to deteriorate rapidly. Despite his challenging circumstances, Shiga is resolute in his mission to uncover the truth surrounding his son's actions.

Wei Rong found a mysterious man using a deceased person's phone. Initially, she suspected him of being involved in the death of her close friend, Zong Si Ning, and causing trouble for her aunt, Zong Feng. However, she later discovered that the man, Ma Dong, was actually investigating Si Ning's death, which he believed was linked to his mother's suicide at her aunt's hospital a year prior. Working together, they retraced Si Ning's final steps before his tragic demise. What they uncovered was a shocking secret that could have torn their families apart if Si Ning had survived to reveal it.

A mysterious escape room game brings together a group of individuals who soon discover a hidden conspiracy among them

Cheung Sing Hei served time in prison after being convicted of killing his stepfather. Surprisingly, his cousin Tong Lap Yeen was the main witness in the case. After a decade behind bars, Sing Hei is released, only to find that Lap Yeen has become a prominent figure in the city, while his own reputation is tarnished. Feeling frustrated and suspicious about the events of ten years ago, Sing Hei is determined to uncover the truth behind his stepfather's murder. Through his own investigation, he identifies the true culprit, but struggles to find a motive or concrete evidence. This is a story of Sing Hei's quest to reveal the truth and clear his name.

Returning to Wai Tak Shun's early years, he is left heartbroken by the passing of his father, Wai King Yan. This loss leads to mood swings and a disinterest in everything, causing Tak Shun to even forget about his father completely. To protect Tak Shun, his mother Tse Mei Sheung and uncle Tse Tim Sing avoid discussing King Yan's death. Fate brings Tak Shun together with Fung Cho Yee, the daughter of a local thrift store owner. Cho Yee notices Tak Shun's ability to sense the histories of old objects. Together, Tak Shun and Cho Yee help others confront their fears by revealing hidden stories through peculiar items in the store. Following the guidance of an old object, Tak Shun eventually uncovers the truth about his father's death, forcing him to confront the pain of the past once again.

Once, there existed a special mailbox where children could seek justice against abusive adults. The Neverland Devil would punish these wrongdoers upon receiving a letter from a child. However, after a certain incident, the Neverland Devil vanished without a trace. A decade later, a man named Soejima Rikiya, who used to be a mail carrier but now works at a hospice, receives a cryptic message hinting at the Neverland Devil's return. In response, Soejima decides to return to his former job at the post office. Meanwhile, a murder victim is discovered by the river, with a note in their mouth suggesting the Neverland Devil's resurgence. Soejima Rikiya finds himself entangled in the investigation of this serial killer known as the Neverland Devil.

A murder investigation unfolded in Xincang City involving the death of Xiao Hai Yun, the owner of a real estate company. Xiao had recently teamed up with Zhou Guo Qin, a police captain, to uncover corruption within the development zone led by Xu Zhong Lu. Tragically, Zhou died while pursuing the killer. This led to suspicions falling on Jiang Dong Zhi, a taxi driver involved in the case, who decided to go on the run. As young officer Lu Yang searched for Jiang, he unraveled the complexities surrounding the case. Jiang, evading capture, used clues left by Zhou and his own methods to seek the truth.

Tetsuo Nagai works as a probation officer, helping to reform young offenders and guide them towards a better path. He leads a content life with his wife and son until tragedy strikes. His wife is murdered and his son is severely injured in an attack, leaving Nagai to grapple with the assailant who ultimately escapes. Nagai rushes his son to his father-in-law's hospital, only for his son to be targeted again and left in a coma. As police detectives investigate, Nagai becomes a prime suspect due to mounting evidence against him. Feeling cornered, he decides to go on the run in a desperate attempt to clear his name and uncover the true culprit, all while his son fights for his life in the hospital.

Five students intrigued by a chilling tale, opt to embark on a journey to Kanchanaburi, a city and forest in Thailand with a history of strange occurrences. Unbeknownst to them, entering the eerie woods to craft horror stories and attaching their names to it is a guarantee of their demise.

This follow-up installment details the disruption of the golden triangle pattern, the dramatic reversal orchestrated by powerful drug lords, and the intense struggle of undercover agents Jian Dong Ha and Lu Zhi as they face the threat of their true identities being revealed

Three years ago, Tang Ming Xuan's wife Xie Wei passed away in what was believed to be a suicide, a situation that has troubled the family ever since. At the wedding ceremony of Ke Yuan and Ming Xuan three years later, new information came to light when a mysterious individual, Solution Days, appeared, bringing back memories of the past. Ke Yuan stood by Ming Xuan, refusing to believe Solution Days' accusations and remaining convinced of Ming Xuan's innocence. Solution Days suspected foul play in Xie Wei's death and set out to uncover the truth, using various tactics to take control of the company and investigate the real cause of Xie Wei's demise. As new evidence emerged, the hidden secrets surrounding Ming Xuan began to unravel, bringing danger closer to Ke Yuan as she navigated a world of love and deception. Ultimately, Ming Xuan's true nature was revealed.

The narrative follows Ji Xue, a brilliant individual who joins the police department at XinHai to work as a forensic intern in search of her missing brother, Ji Tian. Ji Xue decides to pursue a career as a forensic scientist because of her brother's undisclosed past, hoping to gain a better understanding of him and strengthen their bond. Despite the challenges that come with the job, Ji Xue manages to overcome them with the support of her team leader, Wang MuYing, and her colleagues. Through solving numerous cases, she transforms into a respected forensic scientist, while also finding solace in the companionship of her newfound family and friends, gradually healing from the loss of her brother.

The tale of a boatman and a corrupt police officer evolving from strangers to close friends. (Dramawiki)

A group of women who once shared a dormitory together are now in their thirties, facing challenges in their personal lives, careers, and marriages. An unexpected reunion brings them back together, but they soon realize that there are hidden complexities among them. The host of the gathering, Lin Ji (played by Fan Shiqi), receives a video from 15 years ago that belonged to their former roommate, Jiang Yuanyuan, who tragically took her own life that summer. In the video, Jiang mentions feeling betrayed by a close friend. The incident continues to haunt the women, especially when Lin Ji brings up Jiang's death during the reunion. As they try to leave, they discover that the door has been locked from the outside. The mystery of what truly happened that fateful summer and why Jiang Yuanyuan died unfolds as the night progresses.

A decade-old case had a significant impact on the lives of multiple individuals. After ten years, these people were unexpectedly brought together by fate and joined forces to unravel the mystery. The incident involved a woman falling to her death from a building. Xiao Yi, who was on duty at the time, soon realized there was a hidden secret behind the case, possibly connected to Captain Lu Guo Xun. As Xiao Yi and the team tackled various new cases, they transitioned from being strangers to becoming a cohesive unit. Along the way, Xiao Yi caught the eye of Bai Zhe, the victim's son from the unsolved case previously investigated by Lu Guo Xun. Xiao Yi discovered Bai Zhe was conducting his own investigation, using extreme methods that Xiao Yi tried to discourage. Despite this, Bai Zhe remained resolute in seeking his version of justice. Eventually, Xiao Yi unraveled the decade-old case, bringing all involved parties to account. However, their victory was short-lived as they uncovered another unexpected individual pulling the strings from behind the scenes.

Guan Yu, an attentive and tenacious detective, progresses from a newcomer to the leader of the Lanhe County Criminal Investigation Unit, successfully resolving numerous investigations

Centered on safeguarding the rights of minors, this series follows the establishment of a special juvenile prosecution unit. Prosecutor Lin Zhi Tao and his assistant prosecutor Bai En Yu work together to combat the darkness within society for the well-being of children. Beginning with intrigue and concluding with redemption, the story unravels mysteries and brings peace, allowing nature to take its course. (WeTV)

When Sui Ning was young, she had a close bond with her father after her mother passed away. However, as she got older, their relationship became strained. Sui Ning became consumed with work and found her father irritating. One day, her father invited her to visit their ancestral village for a vacation. Sui Ning couldn't understand why her father was so attached to his hometown. When she was called back to work, her father decided to go alone. Later that night, Sui Ning rushed to the village after finishing work, only to find her father's yacht had exploded. Believing her father was inside, she contacted her police officer boyfriend Lau Ho Fat. Despite their efforts to search the water, her father's body was not found. Sui Ning suspected foul play and began to distrust the villagers, uncovering her father's troubled history with them. Will she be able to uncover the truth and find the person responsible for her father's death?

Executioner Yip Sheung-luk has carried out numerous executions throughout his career. In order to protect the pregnant daughter-in-law of his benefactor, Yuen So-sam, Sheung-luk arranges for her to seek refuge in the capital with the well-known midwife Fa Yui-hung. A series of unusual murders occur, leading Sheung-luk to use his skills to save an innocent life. However, this act lands both Sheung-luk and Yui-hung in trouble with the royal court due to the mysterious origins of the baby boy. Despite facing challenges, the unlikely pair bond and form a strong relationship. Meanwhile, a young couple, Chek Tsz-chau and Chuk Siu-moon, who have spent most of their lives in a brothel, seek shelter at Yui-hung's residence. Siu-moon implores Sheung-luk to take Tsz-chau as his apprentice, but Tsz-chau's reckless nature threatens to derail their plans. The arrival of the enigmatic magician Szema Chau alters Sheung-luk's life forever. As the baby boy's true identity is revealed, everyone involved finds themselves in imminent danger.

Editor Shitara Mari learns that Miwa Yoshio, her ex-boyfriend whom she broke up with following an argument six months ago, has tragically taken his own life. Yoshio was in a relationship with Miyamura Megumi, whom he met on a dating website. Megumi is facing allegations of killing several men after deceiving them with promises of marriage. Mari decides to attend Megumi's trial in order to investigate further. She embarks on a journey to the island where Megumi was born, accompanied by sports journalist Kitano Kengo.

Japan lacks an official intelligence agency, making it a target for criminal organizations both foreign and domestic. To address this issue, a secretive unit known as K13 was formed within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. Operating under the leadership of a skilled agent named Mirage, K13 is tasked with tackling violent crimes and handling sensitive cases that cannot be resolved through conventional means. As discussions arise about establishing a FBI-like agency in Japan to enhance law enforcement capabilities, K13 becomes entangled in a complex conspiracy that threatens to expose its clandestine operations.

Season 6 follows the ongoing saga of the Special Investigation Team as they face internal conflicts while striving to uphold justice. By approaching cases from various angles, viewers can look forward to the team's lively and thorough investigations.

The Special Investigation Unit is comprised of team leader Kunikida Seiji and members Asawa Naoki, Komiyama Shiho, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, Shindo Ryo, and Takao Yuma, all possessing distinct personalities. Despite their differences in age, career paths, personal lives, investigative perspectives, and work methods, they manage to work together due to the trust they have developed over time. While conflicts arise regularly, they are able to acknowledge their varying opinions and collaborate effectively. Additionally, the crimes they tackle are evolving with the changing times. The upcoming season will feature cases that mirror the present world and delve into the human dramas faced by the detectives as they strive to solve them in each episode.

One year after Qin Hong escaped from a homicide investigation, her body is discovered to be absent from the ocean. Despite having strong evidence and a confession, the case seems to be resolved, yet Detective Liu Wang is troubled by the absence of the body and questions whether Qin Hong is really deceased, sensing that there may be additional layers to the narrative.

Dong, a hopeful actor who is presented with a rare chance for stardom, wakes up next to a deceased woman named Meng. With no recollection of the previous night, Dong is determined to overcome this obstacle. He cleans the area and stages it to look like a failed robbery, inadvertently leaving behind evidence. As the police investigate the crime scene, it becomes clear that all the tenants in the building are harboring secrets. Identifying the cause of Meng's death proves challenging, as each person appears to have a possible motive for the murder.

Asawa Naoki, now a team leader engaged in "management training," encounters Kondo Yukio, a detective also in training. Kunikida Seiji, who was also there, mentions that Kondo serves as the section chief for Special Investigation Division 6. Despite both holding leadership roles, their personalities vastly differ from Naoki's. At that moment, the phones belonging to Naoki, Murase Shiho, Aoyagi Yasushi, Yazawa Hideaki, and Takao Yuma begin to ring simultaneously. A woman's body, stabbed and found on a bench in a park beneath a Ferris wheel, clutches a bouquet of wilted roses to her chest. From the call logs and messaging applications on their devices, four suspicious individuals are identified, prompting the other detectives, excluding Naoki, to pursue the suspects.

The narrative centers around Ji Tang Tang, who uses her unique abilities and specialized tools to unravel mysteries on behalf of the deceased. Once a cheerful girl surrounded by loving parents, she tragically lost them one fateful night. Fearing connection with others, she has roamed alone for four years, growing into a strong and self-reliant individual unafraid of danger. Yue Feng, a righteous companion, stands by her side as she navigates through her adventures. Extracted from Wei Yu's novel "The Voice of Death" ( ).

Recognized for his outstanding work, Xia Yuan is a promising figure in law enforcement. However, his reputation is put to the test when a surge of economic crimes emerges from the turbulent stock market. Pursuing the culprits behind these illicit activities, Xia Yuan crosses paths with his rival, the wealthy businessman Wang Bolin. Determined to take down his adversary, Xia Yuan forms a team of experts to locate Wang Bolin and hold him accountable. Uncovering a complex network of powerful corporations, criminal organizations, and international offenses, the team faces a challenging task ahead. With a skilled team by his side, Xia Yuan launches a global operation to capture the perpetrators of corruption. Yet, the question remains whether their efforts will be sufficient to bring the mastermind to justice.