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Love Song For Illusion

Following a treacherous betrayal that almost costs him his life, Chen Yuan Qi acquires remarkable abilities. Together with three powerful companions, he sets out on a mission fueled by revenge to challenge destiny, defeat influential clans, and safeguard the world from annihilation.

The narrative revolves around a young man who embarks on a journey to discover himself and his affection for a forgotten princess. Heo Jun, facing prejudice as a child born out of wedlock, abandons his innate abilities, intellect, and love for learning. Constrained by his social standing, he opts to earn a living by leveraging his attractive appearance and charming personality. In a parallel storyline, Queen Sim struggles with infertility and turns to a shaman whose dark magic grants her twins—a son and a daughter. Tragically, the girl, Seo Ri, is cursed and left in the remote mountains, where she eventually encounters Heo Jun. The curse afflicting the forsaken princess dictates that anyone who loves her will meet a tragic end. In her quest to break the curse, Seo Ri develops magical remedies that successfully heal the sick. Unfortunately, Heo Jun unintentionally ignites the Book of Magic, prompting him to remain in the mountains alongside Seo Ri to assist in healing the ill within a nearby village. As Heo Jun's enthusiasm for medicine flourishes, he resolves to pursue a career as a doctor. Witnessing Seo Ri's struggle against her fate deepens his feelings for her, leading him to also believe that he can alter his own destiny. (JTBC)

Ta Gon enjoys his position of power from his throne, but his reign is now at risk as Eun Seom rallies the slaves and peasants of Arth to resist the ruling class. While Ta Gon has successfully concealed his half-Neanderthal lineage from everyone, his purple eyes reveal his readiness to confront Eun Seom fiercely. At the same time, Taealha is in danger of being assassinated by an unidentified foe, and Tanya is finding it difficult to adapt to her recently acquired abilities in Arthdal.

The plot follows Du Yu Lou, who runs a tea shop called "Shenchang" and is unexpectedly promoted to head after his brother's tragic death

Taking place in the Republican era, Dong Fang Jing Qi was raised by her adoptive father who educated her in the field of medicine. Upon his death, he reveals to her about their family's adversary. Seeking vengeance, she disguises herself as a servant in the household of pharmacist Du Yuan Shan. As she nears her objective, Du Yuan Shan discloses the true events of the past. Concurrently, Du Yuan Shan's son, Du Ming Hai, finds himself falling for Jing Qi.

The plot revolves around a messenger who encounters the rebirth of his former romantic partner. (DramaWiki)

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.

General Zhang Man Yu, known for his ruthless demeanor, undergoes an unexpected soul swap with Qiu Shui, a modest singer who occasionally performs as a substitute for a popular nightclub star. This surprising turn of events completely alters their lives.

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.

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.

An ancient tale of eternal life drives a romantic saga spanning over three thousand years. According to legend, the first Emperor of China, Qin Shihuang, dispatched Xu Fu to the eastern seas in search of the elixir of immortality. Tragedy strikes when forbidden love blooms between the maiden Han Dong'er and Meng Tianfang, leading to Han sacrificing herself by feeding Meng the elixir before both are turned into terracotta warriors. Fast forward to modern-day China, where a terracotta warrior mysteriously comes to life and vanishes from the museum. A Japanese man named Haneda, claiming to be Xu Fu's descendant, embarks on a quest to find the living terracotta warrior who consumed the elixir and uncover Emperor Qin's tomb in Xi'an. Meanwhile, actors Zhu Lili and Lan Tian accidentally stumble upon a passageway leading to the tomb. Will they unravel the mystery of the living terracotta warrior, safeguard the Emperor's resting place, and unearth the key to everlasting life?

In order to seek justice for her family, the stunning and elegant Wen Yu Nong decided to become a spy known for her skill in disguises. To achieve her goal of revenge, she must utilize her talents to impersonate another person as she reconnects with the man she once had feelings for.

After bearing the emperor's son, Zhuang Li is falsely accused by Consort Li and Concubine Rong, resulting in the death of her child. By feigning madness, she improves her abilities and wins back favor, slowly revealing her enemies' plots and guaranteeing their retribution. Uncovering the empress as the real mastermind, she skillfully strikes back, causing the empress's downfall. Zhuang Li ultimately rises to become the empress dowager, guiding her young son to claim the throne. (WeTV)

Princess Wan Rou of Yan suffered immense humiliation during her time in Dai. She faced loss of status and mistreatment in a foreign land, including exploitation and poisoning by her own relatives, leading to her tragic death. Despite her unfortunate past, Wan Rou was miraculously reincarnated with a newfound determination to shape her own fate and avoid being controlled by others.

Chu Yan Zhen assumes the persona of Feng Xin Rui, a blind woman who was unjustly killed. While seeking revenge for her death, she also works to uncover the betrayer among her allies. Despite facing numerous threats, she adeptly shifts the situation in her favor. Meanwhile, Qin Zi Yu, a fellow leader, has harbored feelings for Chu Yan Zhen in secret for years, but a misunderstanding caused her to end their relationship. Destiny reunites them, and after initial suspicion, they gradually team up. Together, they expose plots, conquer formidable foes, and ultimately achieve happiness.

In 1938, Fong Kwok Wah and Yamamoto Ichifu find themselves in another confrontation, catching the attention of Cheung San, the original vampire. Cheung San is about to turn the two men into vampires when Ma Dan Na intervenes and drives him away. Fong then agrees to help Ma track down and defeat Cheung San. Despite trapping him momentarily, Cheung San manages to escape and bites Fong and a nearby boy named Fuk Sang, transforming them into vampires. Fong and Fuk Sang remain unchanged physically since then, surviving until the 1990s. Fong already had a son, resulting in a grandson named Fong Tin Yau. After Fong Tin Yau's tragic death in England, Fong Kwok Wah assumes his identity. He meets Ma Siu Ling, a descendant of Ma Dan Na, who comes from a family of ghostbusters dedicated to fighting evil supernatural beings. Fong and Ma develop a romantic relationship. The second season of the story is a reimagining of the first season, with similar main characters and some new additions to the cast and plotlines.

Jin Hyuk is an exceptionally skilled neurosurgeon whose interactions with others are marked by a cold and stern demeanor, driven by his relentless quest for perfection. Through an enigmatic force, he is unexpectedly sent back to the year 1860 in the Joseon Dynasty. As he begins to provide medical care in this era, he realizes that the absence of essential tools and the primitive understanding of medicine compel him to discover innovative methods to help the ill. This arduous journey ultimately transforms Jin Hyuk into a true physician.

Have you ever thought about the consequences of underestimating women? Lin Nan finds himself in a state of panic when he suddenly transforms into a child. Each day, he experiences the unsettling process of turning into a kid and then back into an adult. Adding to his confusion, a mysterious countdown timer of 100 days appears on his neck. Lin Nan, a well-liked and relaxed photographer, is known for his ability to capture beauty in its most authentic form. Many seek him out for his talent, hoping to benefit from his success. Despite his passion for photography, Lin Nan's straightforward nature can sometimes unintentionally offend others. Unfazed by the rumors surrounding him, he avoids explaining himself. However, a peculiar event unfolds after he wakes up from a car accident one day. At 7 p.m. every evening, Lin Nan transforms into a child, only to return to his adult self at 7 a.m. the following day. (ChineseDrama.info)

The Plough (Big Dipper) Department is a unique investigative organization serving the emperor during the Northern Song Dynasty. Tai Sui collaborates with his team to solve peculiar cases and bring wrongdoers to justice. As they delve into various cases, Tai Sui uncovers a secret conspiracy intertwined with his mysterious past.

After Shangxian Duanmucui and Zhan Yan entered Shen Yuan, Duanmu's memory was lost, and the involvement of Jiang Wen Qing brought them into a unique conspiracy. Inside Shen Yuan, there are numerous unpredictable factors, and a clash between immortals and humans is imminent. Will history repeat itself, or will Zhan Yan's arrival change the course of events? General Duanmu is on the battlefield, while Zhan Yan is the unsealed head catcher of Shuangshang Online. Together, they join forces to overcome the crisis. Across generations, a mortal and an immortal engage in a tale of immortal love. Amidst the Penglai Nine Prisons, amidst heaven and earth, they navigate through enduring love and hatred, blurred lines of life and death, hoping to overcome obstacles and journey alongside the ruler. The human race and the Penglai tribe work together to establish peace across the three realms.

Gao Xin Yue's screenplay was modified by her coworker, Shu Miao, without her approval. Shu Miao then sent the revised script to their company's main office. An enraged Gao Xin Yue attempted to retract the submission but accidentally gets transported into the world of the screenplay. She finds herself as the concubine of the third prince Ling Hong. With the changes in the script, Gao Xin Yue faces numerous challenges upon entering the palace as different characters conspire against her. To make matters worse, Shu Miao has also traveled through time with her and is orchestrating events from the shadows. Despite this, Gao Xin Yue successfully climbs the ranks from concubine to Ling Hong's consort. Believing that everything would return to normal once the story concludes happily, Gao Xin Yue soon discovers that things are more complicated than she thought.

Kang Han Su, a shrewd attorney who manipulates clients for his own benefit, becomes celebrated as a hero by the general population

Set during the Enlightenment period of 19th-century Joseon, this story features a protagonist who is the offspring of the kingdom's most renowned swordsman. Following the loss of his father and the sale of his younger sister into slavery, he exchanges his sword for a firearm as he sets out on a quest for vengeance. Throughout this journey, the drama aims to illustrate the struggles and bravery of the youth from that time.

Princess Feng Yuan of Yongzhao and Young Master Helian Xi of Linchuan were known as a "Lian Lizhi" couple destined to be together

Upon waking up, Lu An Ran felt a surge of emotions from the past decade. Despite the presence of peach blossoms in the world, she now carries a burden of hatred and loss of innocence in her heart. Faced with a decision at a crossroads, should she follow the path of the unsuccessful person on the ship or the young man who cherished the mountains all his life?

Han Joon Oh, a popular figure in South Korea, is dealing with deep insecurities when he gets into a life-threatening car accident. Luckily, firefighter Kang Young Hwa saves him and is so impressed by her bravery that he hires her as his bodyguard. However, upon waking up in the hospital, Han Joon Oh realizes that he is now possessed by the spirit of Do Ha, an ancient Korean nobleman seeking justice for his betrayal and death. This story is based on the webtoon "The Moon that Rises in the Day" by Hye Yoom.

On the eve of the 1911 Revolution, Duan Muhai is getting ready for the fire festival at his Nanshan Manor. Duan Muhai, a wealthy man known for his questionable methods of acquiring wealth, has a favorite daughter named Aiyue. Aiyue stands out from the rest of the family for her intelligence, empathy, and clear moral values. Aiyue's servant A Ci is a carefree individual who enjoys dancing with a bamboo pole, smoking, and singing folk songs. During the annual fire festival, two young men named Liu Bo'en and Long Chulai arrive and meet Aiyue and A Ci. Aiyue starts to develop feelings for Bo'en but struggles to express them due to her pride. A Ci, who is deeply in love with Bo'en, tries to take advantage of the situation. Long Chulai admires Aiyue from afar but keeps his feelings hidden due to his insecurities about his appearance. As the 1911 Revolution unfolds and Duan Muhai's family faces hardships, Bo'en is sent to Beijing, and Aiyue is forced into a childhood marriage arrangement and later sold to an opium lord by her heartless husband. However, the ruthless Wang Kun is intrigued by Aiyue's Sandao tea and decides to support her in establishing a tea garden.

Set in 1930s Shanghai, this tale follows a man hailing from a family of magicians who embarks on a journey of nationalism after seeking vengeance for his father's murder. Ye Fei's father, Ye Jin, leads the Jin Rong troupe, known for its lineage of skilled magicians. Following a victorious showdown with a German magician, Ye Jin is shunned by fellow troupes and succumbs to despair. Motivated by a thirst for retribution, Ye Fei ventures North to train under a renowned master. Upon completing his education, Ye Fei relocates to Shanghai where he crosses paths with Xiao Yao, the daughter of a crime boss, who falls for him. However, their romantic saga takes a backseat when war breaks out, forcing them to prioritize their country over their personal vendettas.

Tang Wan Wan was tragically killed by her groom, Xiao Xuan Yi, on their wedding day. Fueled by anger, Tang Wan Wan sought revenge by attempting to kill Xiao Xuan Yi before taking her own life, only to mysteriously travel back in time three years. Unbeknownst to her, Xiao Xuan Yi also retained memories from their previous lives. As they both start anew, a twisted and intense love story begins to unravel between them.

In a strange turn of events, Si Ning suddenly finds herself transported into the story she had penned for a writing competition. The last thing she can recall is her intention to make some final adjustments to the script, particularly removing the romantic subplot due to her lack of personal experience in love. Now, caught within the confines of her own creation, she must navigate the realities of the Republican Era and encounter characters who bear a striking resemblance to those in her actual life. Among them is Xiao Mo Ya, a character who compels her to alter the script and ultimately becomes the focus of her affection.

Jin Shu finds herself unexpectedly transported back to the era of the Chinese Republic, where she must assume the role of Shen Yu's partner to maintain appearances

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.

In her former existence, Zhuang Miao Yun faced betrayal and was poisoned by her lover, Bai Ze, along with Princess Cheng Xin Yuan. Upon her rebirth, she acquired the three favored males of Cheng Xin Yuan and discreetly nurtured their abilities. Among them was Xing Chen, who was actually Su Yun Yi, the prince of the Linyuan Kingdom. As they began to utilize each other's strengths, they gradually developed romantic feelings. Leveraging her sharp business skills and the knowledge from her past life, Zhuang Miao Yun consistently foiled Cheng Xin Yuan's plots and garnered the people's affection through initiatives like managing epidemics and providing grain donations.

Following her husband's betrayal, Li Zhi An, the daughter of a military leader, experiences a miraculous rebirth with her vision restored. Despite feigning blindness, she plots revenge with the assistance of Zhu Huai Jin, ultimately discovering the truth and encountering love in the process. (TMDb)

Following his betrayal and execution for treason, Prince Tang Jin Shu is given a second chance at life, returning five years to the past. Understanding that he had misplaced his trust in the wrong individuals and lost his genuine love, he teams up with Gu Lian Cheng to alter his destiny and seek vengeance against those who caused his downfall.

A tale of previous and current lives being reborn.

During the late Qing Dynasty in ancient China, the city of Tianjin underwent changes due to the Restoration of 1898. Tang Qing Shan, a successful businessman, found himself influenced by new ideas during this period. He was engaged to Shi Pei Zhen, a talented girl who disguised herself as a boy and became "brothers" with Tang Qing Shan and his close friend Fei Yong Jia. However, on their wedding day, they were all caught up in a sudden invasion by soldiers who accused them of colluding with enemies of the state. Tang Qing Shan and his father were arrested, with his father ultimately perishing and Tang Qing Shan being sentenced to life in prison. Meanwhile, Fei Yong Jia harbored secret feelings for Shi Pei Zhen and eventually deceived her into believing that Tang Qing Shan had died in jail. Shi Pei Zhen then married Fei Yong Jia. In prison, Tang Qing Shan encountered a mysterious figure known as infante, who bore a striking resemblance to him and also had a missing finger on his left hand, albeit replaced with a golden one. The infante taught Tang Qing Shan a martial art called Shifty Bones, with the goal of helping him escape. Years passed, the political landscape shifted, and eventually, with the help of infante, Tang Qing Shan managed to break free from his imprisonment. Fifteen years later, an infante with a golden finger and a young woman named Meng Ting Ting arrived at the Tang family's old residence, sparking intrigue and raising questions about the true identity of the man. Thus, a captivating and enigmatic tale unfolded.

The narrative follows the adventures of Wu Xin, a monster hunter, and the malevolent spirit Yue Qi Shan, who find themselves reawakened two decades later in Shanghai during the Republican Era.

During their childhood, Huai Yu, Zhi Gao, and Dan Dan made a pact to be as close as siblings and visited a mysterious old eunuch for fortune-telling using divination sticks. However, the sticks were accidentally shuffled by the eunuch's cat before they could be interpreted. One stick mentioned preferring death over birth, another suggested life was better than death, and the third talked about dying and being reborn. The meaning behind these messages remains a mystery.

The biography of Huang Dao Po, a trailblazing woman who transformed the Chinese textile sector amidst the Mongol invasion of the Song dynasty and the rise of the Yuan dynasty.

Qin Yue Xiang, a former housekeeper, unintentionally causes the death of her husband who was a builder while trying to protect her 9-year-old daughter Sang Cai Qing from being forced into marriage with an elderly man. Facing punishment by the local official Xiao Ru Zhang, Yue Xiang arranges for Cai Qing to seek safety with her biological father, wealthy businessman Chen Yuan. However, Chen's envious wife, Yu Ru, forces Cai Qing to work as a servant in their mansion. As Cai Qing grows older, she becomes entangled in a series of romantic entanglements.