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The Disguiser

In the year 1941, war was raging in East Asia on multiple fronts - land, sea, and air. The Imperial Japanese forces had taken control of Hong Kong, implementing strict martial law with the help of local collaborators. Ye Chong, a passionate patriot and committed communist, bravely entered this dangerous situation. He was recruited by Chinese communist forces to act as a double agent, tasked with infiltrating the collaborators aiding Japan in tightening their hold on Hong Kong. Taking on the persona of the Autumn Cicada, Ye Chong's mission was to gather and relay crucial information to his communist allies who were working to resist the Japanese occupation. The risks were high, as Japanese intelligence officers were on the hunt for the traitor within their ranks, ready to capture and interrogate the Autumn Cicada. Despite the dangers, a small group of sympathetic freedom fighters, including the enchanting He Ying, stood by Ye Chong's side to support him in his perilous mission.

The narrative follows a father who infiltrates an enemy stronghold in search of his missing son amid the Anti-Japanese Conflict

The story unfolds in China during the Republican era at Hengshan Hospital, focusing on the rivalry between the Communist Party and the KMT in 1930s Shanghai. Ma Tian Ming is an untrustworthy, selfish, and money-hungry individual who resorts to deceit and dishonesty as a means of survival. A chance event entangles Ma Tian Ming in a criminal investigation where he becomes the prime suspect. In an attempt to evade capture, he assumes the identity of Cai LiKun, the head physician at Hengshan Hospital. However, Ma Tian Ming soon discovers that Cai Li Kun is affiliated with the secret Communist Party.

A typical university student unintentionally gets caught up in the public battles and hidden conflicts of a complex society. The Eight focuses on skilled fighters in the Jianghu world dealing with significant transformations. As he gets more involved, Hua Min Chu moves towards discovering his true self and emerges as a champion for the community. (ChineseDrama.info)

Two renowned sharpshooters who have worked together seamlessly in the past are now on opposing sides due to conflicting values and beliefs. A risky mission leads to a deadly confrontation in the shadows. In the spring of 1949, skilled sniper Su Wen Qian, who has concealed his true identity, is tasked with joining the special crimes division as a consultant to dismantle a group of covert assassins. Simultaneously, the enemy assigns their top assassin, Chi Tie Cheng, to the same mission. Su Wen Qian, a former anti-Japanese activist and long-time partner of Chi Tie Cheng, begins to see a glimmer of hope and a newfound purpose after facing numerous life-threatening situations within the special crimes division. These two friends, each possessing unmatched deadly skills, now find themselves in a battle of intellect and determination.

During the year 1941 in Shanghai, a spy working for the secret service under Wang Jing Wei's puppet government at No. 76 faces the risk of being discovered. His life takes a sudden turn when a woman and her two children enter the picture, leading them to pose as a family to maintain their cover. Fang Jia Shu and Tao Yu Ling, individuals who have been trained as agents of the Communist underground, must ensure that their makeshift family convincingly plays their roles to protect their true identities. This task proves challenging as they face suspicion from Li Li Xing, the leader of No. 76, and intelligence director Ye Xing Cheng. In addition to his role as a spy, Fang Jia Shu also operates as a Juntong agent, further complicating matters with the affections of fellow agent Su Ya Lu and the scrutiny of team leader "Silver Fox." Despite these obstacles, Fang Jia Shu adeptly manages competing interests to accomplish his mission.

Yuri Maroev, a covert operative and skilled assassin hailing from the Ural Republic, is deployed to Japan with his sibling for a classified assignment. While in Japan, he crosses paths with Mashiro Rieru, a systems analyst, and leverages her extensive security clearance to extract confidential data from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. What starts as a facade of romantic interest soon blossoms into authentic affection, as Rieru becomes entangled in the complexities of Yuri's secretive missions.

In the midst of the Anti-Japanese War, a skilled team of female spies plays a crucial role in overcoming the enemy forces. Guo Chun Guang, a trained operative working for the Communist Party, assumes the guise of a dentist in Shanghai to gather vital information on the opposition. Meanwhile, Gu Xue Feng is appointed as the new head of the Shanghai branch for the Kuomintang (KMT) military government and is entrusted with assembling an all-female special unit called Code Thirteen. Will CanLi Feng Huang successfully lead Code Thirteen in intercepting enemy communications and securing victory in the war? (Viki)

During the Northern Expedition, brothers Chen Li Fu and Chen Guo Fu established a covert organization known as the Central Club. Their main goal was to gather information about both internal and external Party affairs. In early 1927, they organized a secret training program in Zhejiang, where they recruited young patriots like Lin Tian Zheng, Xu Song, Shen Wen Jie, and Gu Yi Nan. The intense training not only fostered strong bonds among the recruits but also left a lasting impression on their instructor, Gao Han, a member of the Communist Party. Guided by Gao Han, Lin Tian Zheng and his comrades embarked on their first mission. However, they found themselves entangled in an unexpected conspiracy. The head of the training program, Qian Xin Zhi, issued a directive to capture Lin Tian Zheng and the others. When the April 12 Incident occurred, they witnessed the deceit of the Kuomintang and decided to assist Gao Han in rescuing the communist trainees detained by the Kuomintang. Their actions ultimately led to the exposure of Qian Xin Zhi's treachery.

In the era when Manchuria was under the control of the Empire of Japan, a young woman hailing from the Northern Country faces a life-or-death confrontation with her adversaries and is dubbed as the Snow Queen. Following the Mukden Incident in 1931, the Gu Family, known for their resistance against the Japanese forces, is brutally wiped out. The sole survivor, their adopted daughter Gu Xue Ying, flees and journeys to Qiqihar to rendezvous with her betrothed Gu Zhao Long, who is embedded within the Manchukuo military. Convinced of her fiancee's treachery, Gu Xue Ying swears to seek revenge. Her quest leads her to the Qian Mountains, where she joins a group of rebels and participates in the Defense of Harbin. Throughout the conflicts, she crosses paths with Gu Zhao Long multiple times as adversaries on the battlefield. Meanwhile, she discovers herself developing feelings for military tactician Shen Lei Zhi.

Following a plane accident, a plot to kill Xu De Yong, a wealthy individual backing the Communist Party, is uncovered. In response, the CCP assigns Peng Ke Hu, a skilled protector, to ensure his safety. As multiple assassination tries unfold, a scheme is exposed, ultimately safeguarding the peace negotiations.

"Pandora's Secret" is a gripping drama set during the time when Japanese invaders seized control of the three northeastern provinces and invaded North China following the September 18th Incident in 1931. The story follows a group of intelligence officers with diverse backgrounds who come together to fight after experiencing national animosity, love, hatred, and conflicts. In the early 20th century, three members of Marshal Wu's aerial team, Jiang Cheng, Hua TongRui, and Shangguan Yu Po, faced capture by the Northeastern warlords after a failed mission. They were eventually rescued and brought back to Tianjin by Marshal Wu's Internal Security Bureau. Suspicion arose when one member, Liu Li, was tasked with investigating Shangguan Yu Po. As Liu Li monitored him, Shangguan Yu Po's actions were closely scrutinized. Despite Shangguan Yu Po's stellar performance in Marshal Wu's aerial team, Liu Li began to develop feelings for him while Shangguan Yu Po found himself torn between Liu Li and his long-term girlfriend, Mo Chun. As Shangguan Yu Po delved deeper into the ideals of the Southern Revolutionary Party, his beliefs in anti-imperialism and anti-feudalism solidified. The focus of the Internal Security Bureau shifted towards Jiang Cheng and Hua Tong Rui, leading to the discovery and punishment of the traitorous Jiang Cheng. With the "Northern Expedition" nearing success by the end of 1926, pressure mounted on Marshal Wu's Internal Security Bureau. Shangguan Yu Po and Liu Li embraced the ideologies of the Southern Revolutionary Party, embarking on a journey to overthrow the dominant powers and eradicate the warlords.

Based on Xu Guang Yao's book "The Adventures of Little Ice Zhang" ( ), this text has been modified.

Li Zheng Bai, a professor of economics, finds himself unexpectedly embroiled in a battle against the Japanese-installed puppet republic. He leads a unique team consisting of individuals with diverse backgrounds, including an addict, a thief, and a murderer. Along the way, he crosses paths with Lu Qing Yao, who ultimately becomes the love of his life.

Taking place in the Republican era, Cheng Ci Hang is a respected law enforcement officer known for his unwavering dedication to justice. However, his life takes a twist when he becomes entangled in a series of mysterious murder investigations and embarks on a tumultuous romantic journey with a woman.

Karson, a mediator for Chinese criminal organizations in Australia, dreams of a quiet life with his partner, Chloe

In the year 744, in the bustling city of Chang'an, which served as the vibrant center of the Tang Empire, a group from a defeated kingdom in Central Asia has snuck into the city with a plan to launch an attack during the Lantern Festival. Meanwhile, the imperial court is embroiled in internal conflicts. The elderly Emperor is anticipated to hand over power to the Right Chancellor at the festival and retire to the mountains with his young lover. This move puts the reformist Crown Prince in a vulnerable position, as he risks losing his position or facing even graver consequences. A young Taoist priest named Li Bi, who is a trusted ally of the Crown Prince and serves as the chief of intelligence, has just 24 hours to thwart both the impending attack and the transfer of power. Following a failed attempt to apprehend the infiltrators, Li Bi enlists the help of Zhang Xiao Jing, a condemned prisoner who is a seasoned warrior, esteemed police chief, and perpetrator of a past crime against his superior.

During the spring of 1931, The Communist Party expanded their network by establishing communication stations in China. They then turned their attention to Western Europe and dispatched two agents, known as "Asthray" and "Porcelain", to Paris. This led to the unveiling of a series of clandestine agreements, deceitful acts, mysterious deaths, illicit romances, and alliances between military personnel and members of a notable family.

Taking place prior to the Battle of Changsha, this is a tale of unknown heroes in a time of conflict, following a man who discovers a larger purpose as he seeks revenge for his father's murder. To gain control of Changsha, the Japanese employ the 'shadow servant', a cunning spy who has been operating in China for 15 years to execute a carefully planned deceit. Yun Mu Zhi, a member of the underground faction of the Communist Party of China, is assassinated while probing the activities of the "shadow servant." Unaware of his father's true identity, his son Yun Hong Shen returns to their native Changsha to hunt down his father's killer. With the assistance of his father's ally and fellow fighter, Yun Hong Shen teams up with Wen Ye Ming, a patriotic young woman driven by her sense of duty, as they confront numerous challenges. Putting aside his personal vendetta, Yun Hong Shen enters a dangerous game with Japanese spies in order to give his fellow countrymen a chance at victory in the war.

In Hong Kong, Chief Inspector Cheuk Hoi from the Criminal Intelligence Bureau is investigating the mysterious death of a colleague and the disappearance of five important undercover agents. These agents possess crucial information that Cheuk Hoi is determined to uncover. One of the undercover agents, Ting Siu Ka, is on a mission to discover her true identity by infiltrating the triads and develops a complicated relationship with Sit Ka Keung. However, complications arise when Cheuk Hoi abruptly stops her mission, involving Mok Sin Yan from the Independent Commission Against Corruption. With the release of triad leader Tam Foon Hei, Lin Ho Kan's strategies escalate the confrontation between the police and the triads in the pursuit of justice.

Revenge can be a risky driving force. Mozu, a professional killer, comes back to Japan posing as a spy from North Korea in order to seek vengeance. Kuraki Naotake, Osugi Ryota, and Akeboshi Misa join forces once more to probe into a political plot aimed at concealing a massacre at a hospital. The connection between the lethal assassin and this case remains a mystery.

Taking place during the 1940s, Zuo Shuang Tao and Chen Jia Ping, who were once in a romantic relationship, cross paths again and reignite their love while navigating through a world of espionage with common objectives

During the year 1941 in Shanghai, a man caught the attention of the Japanese for resembling a suspected BIS spy. He was drawn into the perilous world of espionage but under the guidance of another individual, he comes to understand his duties as a loyal citizen and devotes himself to resisting the occupation forces. Chen Shan survives by trading intelligence on the streets. Mistaken for BIS agent Xiao Zheng Guo, Chen Shan's sister Chen Xia is abducted by Japanese spy leader Huang Mu Wei in order to manipulate him into cooperating. To rescue his sister, Chen Shan undergoes rigorous training and proves to be an outstanding spy. Assuming the identity of Xiao Zheng Guo, he infiltrates the BIS headquarters in Chongqing and embarks on a dangerous mission where a single mistake could be fatal. Despite never intending to betray his homeland, as a Chinese national, Chen Shan encounters Zhang Li, a woman with strong convictions, and gradually transforms into someone willing to sacrifice everything, even his own life, for the greater good of his country.

In 1941, Feng Jiu Si, a young police officer stationed in the British Concession, witnessed the death of an underground member of the Chinese Communist Party. This incident led to him being suspected by the CCP. At the same time, the Japanese were in the process of eliminating anti-Japanese groups in Tianjin in preparation for taking control of the British-French concession. As an undercover member of the CCP within the police force, Feng Jiu Si must demonstrate his allegiance to the CCP while working to uncover the Japanese plot.

Once close friends and classmates, Chen Ke Hai and Fang Li have taken different paths in life. Reuniting at the No. 76 secret service in 1939, they are unsure whether they are allies or enemies. Originally joining the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics to combat the Wang Jing Wei regime's secret service, Chen and Fang hoped to resist Japan and save their country. However, Chen's experiences within the bureau reveal its true intentions. Following a failed assassination mission, Chen and Fang are separated. Two years later, Chen returns to Shanghai as a secret member of the Communist Party, tasked with infiltrating No. 76. Reconnecting with Fang, who is now in charge of the organization, Chen's changed demeanor raises suspicions. Despite facing challenges and tests from Fang, Chen remains steadfast in his mission to gather information for his party. As tensions rise between the two former friends after the war, they must confront their conflicting beliefs in a final showdown.

Led by Sui Jun Bo, the operatives endured intense and harsh training on a remote island to prepare for their mission against Japanese forces. Each member of the team had a unique and challenging background, ranging from harsh and unforgiving to brave and daring. With the guidance of their instructor, they successfully carried out one perilous mission after another.

Taking place in the 1930's, the story is centered around the Manchukuo Police Department in the vicinity of Harbin during a chaotic era of espionage in the midst of war. (Baidu)

To assist the Central Soviet Area in overcoming the military and economic challenges posed by the Kuomintang, the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China decided to establish a secure communication route from Shanghai to the Soviet Area through Hong Kong and Shantou. Zou Zuo Ren leads the Bogongao station of the transportation line, working with other stations to transport personnel, supplies, funds, and intelligence between Shanghai and the Soviet Area. Despite facing challenges from the Kuomintang, Zou Zuo Ren and his team remained loyal to the party, protecting its secrets at all costs. They successfully escorted over one hundred delegates to the Second Chinese Soviet Congress in Ruijin, ensuring the Congress proceeded as planned.

The series revolves around the challenges faced by the main character as she is compelled into a marriage with a high-ranking official of the Kuomintang, also known as the National party.

During the Early Republic era, around 1911, Chen Bi Yun, a talented individual from the southern region, is determined to fight for her education rights. To uncover the truth surrounding her father's passing, she sacrifices her own happiness by marrying into the Xuan family, prominent owners of the largest library. However, this decision leads her into complex power dynamics within the family, rather than bringing her closer to her beloved books. Can she navigate these challenges and secure the opportunity to pursue her academic aspirations?

Xia Feng, an intelligence officer, bravely battled bandits and puppet troops in the Daxing'an Mountains, organized a military force, and conducted explorations for mineral deposits.

The tale of Chang Hong Min, Song Qing, Lu Tian Yu, Wang Qiong Hua, and their comrades in the Qiongya Column in Hainan, Guangdong, battling Japanese soldiers, collaborators, outlaws, and Nationalist forces as they journey to Yan'an. (DramaWiki)

A tale about a Nationalist operative who has been dormant for a decade until he is tasked with carrying out Operation Black Tiger. In 1948, Li Chun Qiu is instructed by his superiors to construct a bomb and aid in Operation Black Tiger. Despite settling into a peaceful existence in Harbin, Li Chun Qiu is hesitant to return to his former life and simply desires to maintain a normal routine with his loved ones. To sever ties with his past, he embarks on a challenging struggle to break free from their influence, all the while arousing suspicions from his coworkers and law enforcement.

A narrative unfolds depicting a revolutionary who faces numerous perils in his crusade for his nation and eventually joins the Communist Party. During the 1930s, Xiong Bao Shan, the head of a criminal organization controlling Shanghai's waterways, uses up all his resources in a final confrontation against the Japanese invaders. However, before he can achieve victory, he is killed in his own residence. This incident leaves his son-in-law, Chen Lei, wounded, and forces his daughter, Xiong Hui Ming, to escape Shanghai with their child. Chen Lei suspects Sun Ben Li, who has ties to the Japanese Chamber of Commerce, as the perpetrator and aligns himself with police superintendent Zeng Ru Long, a long-standing adversary of the Xiong Family, in pursuit of justice. Misinterpreting Chen Lei's actions as a betrayal, Xiong Hui Ming rises to the leadership of the criminal organization. Will they be able to join forces against their adversaries?

The play was created in honor of the centenary of Comrade Peng Zhen's birth, depicting his life from 1929 to 1990

Choi Kang, a slacker living at home, struggles to secure employment after being kicked out of high school due to a brawl. Although he is respected by gangs for his combat skills, his younger brother, who is employed at the esteemed LK Corp., holds him in disdain. However, a stroke of luck and some fortunate circumstances lead him to a meeting with the President and a position at the KSA (Korean Secret Agency)... and potentially a romantic interest or two might also be on the horizon.

Based on the book "Feng Yu" penned by author Mai Jia.

In 1938, in the city of Harbin in Heilongjiang, China, Zhou Yi, a special agent for the Communist Party, has successfully infiltrated enemy territory posing as a high-ranking official. Gu Qiu Yan, an experienced telegraph operator, has been sent by the Communists to pretend to be Zhou Yi's wife. They must now confront the meticulous and formidable Guomindang special agent, Gao Bin, who could reveal their true identities at any moment. Initially struggling to cooperate, Zhou Yi and Gu Qiu Yan slowly start to develop their relationship.

The story revolves around the foreign community in Shanghai in 1932. It follows a Spy Agent known as Athena, who must balance national warfare and personal family struggles. Liu Li Zi, also known as Goddess of Revenge, appears to be a popular beauty at the Bailemen entertainment house, but she is actually a female spy embedded among Japanese officials seeking revenge for her family. (Michelle Ye's Realm - RM1314)

In November of 1937, Shanghai was seized by the Japanese army under the command of Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan. The clandestine party organization transitioned to covert operations. By 1941, a covert operation known as the "Popular Beauty Plan" was initiated by the Japanese army in Shanghai. This plan aimed to disrupt China's financial market using counterfeit currency and to exploit China's valuable cultural artifacts. Wei Da Hong and Lin Qiu Yan led the party's covert action group, which encountered Tang Twenty-three, a rotund man, a slender monkey, and other young individuals along the way.