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Strange Stories From Liao Zhai

In the third part of the series, the Grand Empress returns to confront the gang once again. Displeased with Yong Qi's failure to produce an heir, she forces him to marry another woman in hopes of having a son who could potentially become the emperor in the future. Xiao Jian, the brother of Xiao Yan Zi, is in love with Qing Er, but holds a grudge against the emperor for the past murder of their parents. Qing Er's fate lies in the hands of the Grand Empress, as she is favored by her. To allow Qing Er and Xiao Jian to be together, Yong Qi decides to marry the other woman. Yong Qi selflessly sacrifices himself to ensure the happiness of Qing Er and Xiao Jian. Meanwhile, the neighboring nation is on the brink of war, leading to Er Kang being drafted. During a significant battle, Er Kang loses his memory and falls in love with another woman. The question remains: will Er Kang reunite with Zi Wei, and will Yong Qi develop feelings for his second wife?

Derived from the book "Journey to the East".

The celestial realm was thrown into chaos by a Dragon Ball, prompting the seven daughters of the Jade Emperor and Jade Empress to descend to Earth for various reasons. The eldest fairy came down in search of her husband, Gui Xing, who she had sent away herself. The second eldest fairy was convinced by Chang E, the moon lady, to follow her heart and fell for Shangguan Zi Lan at first sight. The third eldest fairy unexpectedly fell for Wang Jin, a government official, and was hesitant to leave. The fourth eldest fairy set out to find her beloved jade marten but ended up falling for the lonely Prince of the past dynasty. The fifth eldest fairy sought the Snow Kylin kid who had descended for a promise. The sixth eldest fairy, usually timid, gathered her courage to reunite with her sisters but ended up falling for the Fire Dragon God who rebelled against the heavens. The youngest fairy continued her romantic life with her lover Dong Yong in the mortal realm.

The narrative follows the tales of the renowned figures Su Da Ji and Jiang Zi Ya during the era of the Shang dynasty.

For the past century, the Tang empire has thrived since its establishment. However, challenges and risks often accompany times of prosperity. An ancestor of the well-known Taoist group, Xuan Xin Zhen Zong, once came across a large stone cave in a remote mountain range. Inside the cave was a stone slab inscribed with ancient writings. These inscriptions accurately predicted events dating back to the Tang Dynasty's inception, including the identities of future emperors and the timing of disasters. Of particular concern was the final message on the slab, which foretold a dark future: when the constellation of the Prince of Darkness clashes with the Seven Malignant Stars, a pair of estranged lovers from seven lifetimes will be reborn. The demon sect plans to exploit the power generated by the star-crossed lovers to seize control of the world and turn it into a nightmarish realm. The slab also revealed the specific time and place where the estranged couple would be born, in the hopes that a chosen individual would discover it and devise a plan to protect the population.

In "Ben Yue" by Shu Ke, the protagonist, Liu Shao, makes a deal with a stranger to trade her future for three days of happiness. This decision changes her life as she transitions from a carefree heiress to being caught in the conflict between immortals and demons. As the story unfolds, Liu Shao finds herself entangled in romantic relationships with Lu Li, a mysterious immortal.

Orphan Ji Ruo Chen was mistakenly believed to be the exiled heir of the Immortal Realm, Yin Feng, after taking a blue stone that belonged to someone else. This led to him being selected as a disciple for training by the leader of the Xixuan sect. Despite his feelings for Zhang Yin Yin, the daughter of a prominent sect member who had helped and supported him, Ji Ruo Chen found himself drawn to another sect member, Gu Qing, due to the stone's power and the immortal God's influence. The sect arranged for Ji Ruo Chen and Gu Qing to be married, but Zhang Yin Yin was determined to win back Ji Ruo Chen's affection. She decided to learn a special skill from the heavenly nine-tailed fox in order to protect her beloved, even though it came at a cost. As Ji Ruo Chen and Zhang Yin Yin faced a series of challenges together, their bond grew stronger, especially as suspicions arose about Ji Ruo Chen's true identity. The ultimate question remained: what would happen when the truth was revealed to all? And could Gu Qing and Yin Feng find a way to rekindle their lost love?

The main storyline revolves around Yun Lei's quest for vengeance after her grandfather's demise. Tragically, the individual primarily responsible for his death happens to be the father of the man she has developed romantic feelings for. Additionally, there are subplots involving Zhang Dan Feng's father plotting a coup to establish his own dynasty, and the poignant yet heartbreaking love story between Princess Jing and Yun Lei's brother, Yun Zhong. (Lady Zhuge)

Xiao Shiyi Lang is a carefree thief who steals from the wealthy and helps the less fortunate. During a mission to acquire a legendary saber known as the Deer Carver, he crosses paths with Shen Bi Jun, the most beautiful woman in the martial arts world. Through a series of coincidences, Xiao ends up saving Shen multiple times, sparking feelings of love between them. However, Shen is betrothed to Lian Cheng Bi, a skilled martial artist from a prestigious family. With the wedding approaching, Xiao, a mere thief, feels inadequate compared to Shen and Lian's backgrounds. Despite their growing affection, it seems unlikely that Xiao and Shen can be together. Xiao's close friend, Feng Si Niang, is a talented swordswoman who harbors feelings for him, though he sees her as a sister. Meanwhile, Yang Kai Tai, a wealthy horse breeder, is in love with Feng. Yang's father, Yang Tian Zan, holds a dark secret related to the Deer Carver, unknowingly tying their fates together in a complex web of love, greed, and revenge.

The tale revolves around a princess from a kingdom that has crumbled, sacrificing her life to demonstrate her allegiance and being brought back to life through the Aqua Tear Pearl's magic. With the Pearl's power, she creates vivid dreams for those willing to make the ultimate sacrifice, using melodies to shape the illusions. Throughout her journey, she gains insights into different types of love and the challenges that come with it. Taken from the book "Hua Xu Yin" by Tang Qi Gong Zi.

The narrative revolves around themes of companionship and affection, deceit and disloyalty, aspiration and desire for control. Ling Hu Chong, an abandoned individual who is under the tutelage of Yue Bu Qun, the head of Huashan Sect, serves as the central figure in the tale. It follows his progression and growth as a swordsman, as well as his observation of the various plots unfolding in the martial realm of the story. (Wuxia Fandom) Taken from the book "The Smiling, Proud Wanderer" by Jin Yong.

Ning Chu Sheng, a scholar, found himself in the company of some questionable characters. One day, while out admiring the scenery, he happened to meet Xiaoqian. Xiaoqian soon realized that Ning Chu Sheng was not malicious, but rather inexperienced, leading her to betray Xue Hou. As they faced numerous challenges together, their bond grew stronger. However, the arrival of Ning Mu created obstacles for their relationship. The true identity of Ning Chu Sheng became a puzzle to be solved, leaving their future uncertain.

Liao Zhai Zhi Yi, also known as Strange Tales from a Chinese Studio, is a compilation of close to five hundred predominantly mystical stories that were released in the early Qing Dynasty. This show will feature a selection of six stories. (DramaWiki)

Three millennia in the past, the ancestors of Ning Cai Chen were rescued by the former Fox Nie Xiao Qian. There was a misconception that Ning Cai Chen's forebears had used the renowned sword Excalibur to kill 100 foxes. In the Tang Dynasty, three thousand years later, Xiao Qian transformed into a fox spirit and met Ning Cai Chen. With the assistance of Xiao Qian and the minister of mining, Taoist Yan Chi Xia traveled back in time to unveil the truth behind the misunderstanding. As Ning Cai Chen discovers his ancestor's foe, who has been plotting to eradicate his entire lineage, he seeks vengeance using Excalibur. However, as he and Nie Xiao Qian grow closer, their love blossoms amidst the turmoil. The question remains - where will Ning Cai Chen's heart ultimately guide him?

Bai He, a spirited young woman, experiences a life-changing accident that leads her on a journey through various fictional worlds in order to rescue a friend. As a college freshman raised by her father, Bai He embodies traits of justice, respect for elders, and a hint of tomboyishness. Following the accident, Bai He finds herself immersed in fantastical adventures that span different historical periods, from ancient dynasties to the Republican era and modern times. Her task is to assist minor characters in these stories in discovering their purpose, ultimately saving her dear friend Li Yan Xi. This narrative is inspired by Wan Er's novel, "Pao Hui Gong Lue."

Following the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition, Tang San says goodbye to his friends and promises to meet again in five years. He then undergoes intense training with his father, Tang Hao, becoming even stronger and more composed. At the same time, Dai Mu Bai and Zhu Zhu Qing receive royal recognition, Oscar and Ning Rong Rong train diligently, and Ma Hong Jun sets off on a new adventure. With Bibi Dong from the Spirit Hall aiming to control the Douluo Continent, Tang San gathers his friends to establish the Tang Sect. Together, they travel to Sea God Island to confront the Spirit Hall and defend justice and the continent.

In the Tang Dynasty, two women were scheduled to get married on the same day. On their way to their new homes, they had to take shelter in a temple due to a rain shower. Once the rain stopped, Du Bing Yan and Li Yu Hu continued their journey. Little did they know, the attendants who were carrying their carriages mistakenly delivered each bride to the wrong groom. Despite facing challenges, the couples eventually developed feelings for each other. This story highlights the idea that it's better to be on the wrong bridal carriage than to marry the wrong person. (DramaWiki)

Ye Ling Shuang is a young woman with the ability to predict impending tragedies and disasters. Despite her pure intentions, her gift has led to her being ostracized by those who believe she brings misfortune. The only person who shows her kindness is a young princess. However, this princess is faced with a deadly ultimatum from Emperor Gao of the Chao Kingdom: marry him or face death. Refusing to submit to his demands, the princess becomes the target of the Emperor's aggression towards her people. In the ensuing conflict, Ye Ling Shuang is captured but vows to seek vengeance against the Emperor. Through her abilities, she secures her freedom and rises in status, catching the attention of the Emperor. Yet, she also captures the heart of Wu Yu, a prince who survived the Emperor's ruthless attacks on his clan. Despite struggling to express his feelings, Wu Yu takes action when he sees the Emperor's growing affection for Ye Ling Shuang. Will love be a catalyst for change in the Emperor's cruel ways? Or will Ye Ling Shuang ultimately find solace with the noble-hearted Wu Yu? (Viki)

An You Yu is a compassionate individual who has a deep love for animals. While exploring the mountains one day, he comes across three river deers being pursued by Xiong Da Cheng, the son of the local magistrate. An You Yu rescues the deer spirits, who are actually Hua Gu Zi and her family. Grateful for his kindness, Hua Gu Zi seeks ways to repay him, leading to a tragic love story between a human and a spirit. (DramaWiki)

For generations, the Gu and Fan families have been rivaling each other in the embroidery industry. In a bid to secure a male successor for their family business, the Gu family exchanged their baby daughter with the Shen family's son in secret. Unexpectedly, the daughter they gave away blossomed into a renowned embroidery expert, while the son they received in return brought misfortune to their business... (DramaWiki)

Based on the online novel "The Prince and the Master of Cultivation" ( ).

Based on the literary work "Feng Shen Yan Yi" written by Xu Zhong Lin and Lu Xi Xing.

The artist Mi Xiaoxiao finds herself immersed in two layers of a dream within her own comic book "Jiuzhou Demon Story." As a young girl with aspirations of becoming a successful manhua artist, Mi Xiaoxiao experiences a surreal journey into the world she created while battling isolation and illness. In this fantastical realm of the nine spirits demon, survival is a harsh reality as she faces numerous close calls with death. Forming strong bonds with key characters like Shen Yuxin, Ji Lingyan, Xiaotian, and Mo Yao, Mi Xiaoxiao embarks on a mission to save the Nine Spirits Demon Realm from impending doom. However, the identity of the villain remains a mystery, adding a layer of complexity to her own story. In her second dream, a version of Shen Yuxin appears in the real world, prompting Mi Xiaoxiao to use her authorial powers to alter the characters' destinies. Unbeknownst to her, these changes set off a chain reaction that spirals out of control.

Zhao Tan Tan's older brother possesses a mystical flower on his forehead that blossoms when he becomes emotional. However, when the flower blooms, it is at risk of falling into the hands of evil forces. Consequently, Zhao Tan Tan embarks on a challenging journey to encourage her brother to recite more scriptures and control his emotions.

Throughout history, China has been ruled by various tyrants who were known for their aggression and immorality. One infamous tyrant was King Zhou of the Shang dynasty, whose oppressive rule led to the legendary overthrow by King Wu of the Zhou dynasty. This epic battle between good and evil caused great turmoil and sorrow in ancient China, resulting in the sacrifice of numerous brave warriors. To comfort the grieving people, the Celestial Realm established the Rostrum of Gods of Honour. The tale also highlights the importance of filial piety, featuring prominent figures like Nezha and Daji.

Taking place during the Song Dynasty, the narrative centers around 5 main characters on a quest to find the mythical star mentioned in ancient tales. This star is believed to have the power to restore harmony and stability to the tumultuous world they inhabit.

In a legendary Chinese folklore classic, a serpent lady named Bai Su Zhen aspires to become a goddess one day. The goddess Guan Yin warns her that achieving this goal will be a challenging journey, requiring her to enhance her virtue and sever all worldly ties. However, fate intervenes when Bai Su Zhen meets the scholar Xu Xian during her transformation process. Despite the warnings from a righteous sorcerer-monk named Fa Hai, the two fall in love, get married, and have a daughter together. Fa Hai is determined to capture Bai Su Zhen and revert her to her original form, believing that all demons should be eradicated. Despite the challenges faced by Xu Xian as a mortal man, his unwavering love for his wife and daughter inspires Bai Su Zhen. The question remains: Can Xu Xian overcome the odds and rescue Bai Su Zhen? Will Bai Su Zhen abandon her dream of becoming a goddess to be with her family?

In a bid to rescue Lady White Snake, Qing, the emerald serpent demon, took the Purifying Vase from the celestial realm, causing years of dry spell in the mortal realm. Concealing herself among humans, Qing developed feelings for Bao Ren. Aware that their love would bring trouble, Qing made the difficult choice to part ways with Bao. Yet, her history caught up with her before she could make a clean escape.

This tale unfolds in a village dedicated to fishing and wood-cutting situated near Changde Mountain in Hunan province. Among the villagers resided Liu Hai, a diligent woodcutter who shared a home with his mother. Liu made a living by harvesting wood and gathering Chinese herbs. Little did anyone in the village, including the Liu family, realize that the well in their home was no ordinary well. Legend had it that a mystical luffa resided in the well, ensuring an endless supply of sweet water. Possessing this luffa bestowed immortality and limitless magical abilities. Liu Hai's uncle, Liu Zhen Bin, harbored a strong desire for the luffa. In his quest to claim it, he resorted to any means necessary, even unjustly evicting his own relatives from their home. After obtaining the luffa, Liu Zhen Bin offered it to the malevolent spirit, Qiong Qi, unaware that Qiong Qi also coveted the luffa. Meanwhile, in Changde Mountain, a place teeming with life energy, resided a nine-tail fox and a golden toad who found themselves entangled in the unfolding drama. Touched by Liu Hai's sincerity and kindness, the nine-tail fox fell deeply in love with him. She decided to leave Changde Mountain and accompany Liu Hai to Changde county. Together, they embarked on a perilous journey filled with challenges, twists, and confrontations with malevolent forces.

Chi Yun, a proficient fighter raised in the wild, instantly falls for XuanYang Ruo / Mu Qing Mo upon their first encounter. Years later, he openly expresses his feelings for her when they meet again. Despite her brother's prior arrangement for her to marry noble Lingyun Shenglun for political reasons, XuanYang Ruo eventually returns Chi Yun's affection. Although Shenglun initially agrees to keep their relationship platonic, he finds himself drawn to XuanYang Ruo and is determined to make her his own forever.

According to legend, there are three ancient relics hidden in different realms that possess immense power when combined. Various groups are now competing to gain control of these valuable treasures, leading to chaos. In the midst of this turmoil, Sun Xiaotian, a stone-born monkey, emerges as a hero with an unbreakable staff and the ability to leap through clouds to combat evil forces. However, his anger creates a powerful enemy in the form of Jiutong Ape Monkey. Simultaneously, the Evil Saint, disguised as the Paladin Monkey, has taken control of the demon realm's four kings and is on a mission to find the artifacts. As demons begin to terrorize humans, it is up to Sun Xiaotian to confront them and protect the mortal world.

A tale about Ji Yichuan, a talented young fighter from the Ji clan who faces numerous challenges but ultimately relies on his own abilities to protect his homeland. While tasked with guarding a creature, Ji Yichuan stumbles upon a sacred animal. Along his journey, he encounters Yu Chixue. Ji Yichuan must confront consequences for his mistake when the creature escapes. Yu Chixue sustains severe injuries while trying to help him capture the creature. With the assistance of Lan Lingyu, a student of the Medicine King, Ji Yichuan sets out on a quest with Yu Chixue and Lan Lingyu to find the legendary land. They come across Shao Yan Wang, who goes by the alias Wang Yan. Shao Yan Wang pretends to be helpful while manipulating events from behind the scenes. After facing numerous challenges, they uncover the mastermind.

Xiao Wei, a demon fox, was brought up as a human girl by Xia Lao and his granddaughter Xia Bing. When Xiao Wei accidentally reveals her demon nature and causes Xia Lao's death, she goes into hiding. Xia Bing is heartbroken over her grandfather's death and vows to seek revenge against Xiao Wei. On the other hand, Xiao Wei finds refuge with general WangSheng and his wife Pei Rong. However, Pei Rong starts to suspect Xiao Wei's true identity and seeks help from Pang Yong, who harbors feelings for her. As Pang Yong investigates Xiao Wei, he crosses paths with Xia Bing, and together they try to expose Xiao Wei. Despite falling in love with Wang Sheng, Xiao Wei struggles to win his affection due to her powers. In a fit of anger, Xiao Wei puts a painted skin spell on Pei Rong to make others believe she is a demon.

Chu Liu Xiang possesses exceptional martial arts abilities and takes from the wealthy to assist the less fortunate. Inspired by Gu Long's book series "Chu Liu Xiang."

Qi Yi Bei, the Crown Prince of the Great Jin Dynasty, set out to locate the minister's daughter but was unexpectedly ambushed and robbed by a gang of bandits from Shenfeng Stronghold. Surprisingly, their leader turned out to be a strong-willed female bandit. As tensions escalated, a mix-up caused the Crown Prince to swap souls with the female bandit, Fu You Ran. While the real Crown Prince strives to flee the stronghold, the bandit must masquerade as a gentle prince in order to reverse the soul swap. Forced to travel back to the capital together, they face an uncertain future.

Born from a stone and nourished by the Five Elements, a monkey learns the ways of the Tao, mastering 72 transformations, combat skills, and secrets of immortality. Through cunning and strength, he becomes known as Qitian Dasheng, or the Great Sage Equal to Heaven. His powers eventually rival those of all Eastern deities, leading to a rebellion against Heaven and a post in the celestial bureaucracy. However, his arrogance leads to his downfall when he is trapped under a mountain by the Buddha for five hundred years. Disheartened by the corruption in the South, the Buddha sends the bodhisattva Guanyin to find someone in Tang China to bring Buddhist sutras back to the East. Guanyin chooses Chen Xuan Zang, who is granted the name San Zang by Emperor Taizong. San Zang rescues Sun Wu Kong from the mountain, and they are joined by Bai Long, Zhu Ba Jie (also known as Greedy Pig), and Sha Wu Jing as apprentices on their journey to the west in search of the Buddhist sutras.

Wang Yue, the captivating and unpredictable saint of the Holy Fire Sect, astonishingly escapes a life-threatening situation and finds herself as a poor orphan. Driven by her unfulfilled dream of reuniting with Yang Qing, an elder from a renowned righteous sect, she is resolute in her quest. With this aspiration in her heart, Wang Yue, granted a second chance at life, serendipitously encounters Yang Qing. Ultimately, the two collaborate in the martial arts realm, joining forces to confront the true orchestrator of the turmoil.

The tale commences with Gam Sai Wai setting out on a quest to locate Lui Sei Leong in order to remove the poison transmitted to him by his deceased master. Before passing away, Sai Wai's master instructed him to seek out Lui Sei Leong for assistance. Along the way, Sai Wai befriends many individuals and encounters two women, Lai Shing Nam and Kuk Chi Wah, who hold deep affection for him. Engaging in the martial arts world's intrigues, Sai Wai consistently aids those fighting for justice, ultimately transforming into an unwitting hero.

A sorrowful tune can be heard emanating from a lake where a boat is gently gliding through the water. The melody appears to be recounting a tragic event from 16 years ago. To obtain the "sinister lute", six well-known factions besieged Xue Mei's residence. Witnessing her parents' brutal murder and her younger brother Xiao Lin's disappearance during the chaos, Xue Mei fled with the "sinister lute" towards a remote valley.

Two decades ago, a highly skilled swordsman emerged in the world of martial arts, solely seeking to challenge other swordsmen. His sword claimed the lives of four leaders from respected sects. In response, Xiao Yu Er and Hua Wu Que, both martial arts masters, decided to confront him to bring back peace. However, both disappeared, and the swordsman vanished as well. Rumors circulated that Xiao Yu Er and Hua Wu Que had given their lives for the pugilist world, becoming legendary figures. Their sons are still present in the pugilist world, but their whereabouts remain unknown. Now, two decades later, the sons have grown up. Will they follow in their fathers' footsteps, who were once enemies turned brothers? The unfolding of truth awaits in this new generation.

Envious of her sister's popularity among the humans they protect and the affection she receives from the king, Mo Yin, the human incarnation of Goddess Tengshe, conspires with the Demon Lord Shi You Ming to eliminate her sister Xian Yue. This action disrupted the harmony among the God-Human-Demon realms, tipping the scales in favor of the demons. Xian Yue later reincarnated as Ding Yao and came back to restore balance. Teaming up with Wen Tian, a hybrid of human and dragon, she embarked on a quest to recreate the anti-demon vase using the sacred pearls left behind by Goddess Nuwa during the creation of the human world. (DramaWiki) This story is loosely based on the manga "Inuyasha" by Takahashi Rumiko. Two versions are available: 36 episodes (Chinese version) || 15 episodes (Taiwanese version).

In the era of the Northern Song Dynasty, there were four renowned guards known for their exceptional martial arts prowess and talent in unraveling complex mysteries. (DramaWiki)

Romantic tales featuring the seven enchanting fairies.

In the world of martial arts, there were two significant events that took place

The epic follows the adventures of Qiao Feng, Duan Yu, and Xu Zhu, whose individual tales eventually converge at the climax of the story. Qiao Feng is on a journey to uncover his true identity and solve the mystery of his orphanhood from 30 years ago. Duan Yu discovers multiple half-sisters he never knew existed, thanks to his father's adventurous past, and faces off against Duan Yuan Qing for control of Dali. Xu Zhu, a humble Shaolin Monk, becomes entangled in the internal conflicts of the powerful Care Free Sect. Set against the backdrop of the Northern Song Dynasty, their stories unfold across the warring kingdoms of Song, Liao, Dali, and Western Xia.

Yuan Cheng Zhi, the offspring of a deceased general at the hands of the emperor, encounters a charming young woman named Qing Qing. Together, they set off on thrilling escapades while Yuan remains determined to seek vengeance for his father's demise. Along the way, he strikes up a friendship with another woman, Jiu, who eventually discloses her true identity as the princess of the emperor responsible for Yuan's father's death. (DramaWiki)