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In 1927, the Kuomintang rebels orchestrated the "April 15th Incident" in Guangzhou. Cheng Yihai, the head of Yihai Shipping, the largest maritime company in Guangzhou, was assassinated by Kuomintang soldier Xiang Guoqiang under the guise of the "Green Party". Xiang Guoqiang then proceeded to hunt down and kill Cheng Yihai's three siblings - Cheng Tao, Cheng Yi, and Cheng Yun - who each fled separately. Cheng Tao, the eldest brother, resolved to enlist in the Huangpu Military Academy to seek vengeance against Xiang Guoqiang. Cheng Yi, the second brother, found work at the docks and secretly joined the underground branch of the Communist Party of China before securing a position at Wanli Shipping. Cheng Yun, the youngest sister, was taken in by a performer during her escape and lived on the streets. Several years later, the three siblings from the Cheng family embarked on a quest for retribution.

A tale about a cheerful and sunny PR representative who crosses paths with a ski teacher and the challenges that arise involving discovering lost family members and seeking vengeance. Han Dong Shan is a fresh face at the ski resort, appearing distant and reserved due to his reluctance to discuss his past. Despite his guarded nature, he gradually opens up to Zhao Xiao Qing, a PR officer specializing in VIP clients at the resort. Dong Shan uncovers Xiao Qing's refusal to acknowledge a psychological issue she is dealing with. In addition to Dong Shan's interest, Xiao Qing also captures the attention of a tall, wealthy doctor who happens to be the heir of a major corporation.

The series is classified as an "idol romance suspense drama" which portrays the rigorous training undergone by global supermodels at a modeling academy, the sinister plots of criminal syndicates involved in trafficking models, the contrasting lifestyles of affluent and ordinary individuals, and the intense battle between morality and malevolence

After receiving guidance from her aunt, Flora discovers that possessing a pair of unique jade stones can bring balance into one's life. Unfortunately, her aunt has misplaced one of the jades and is desperate to reunite them before she passes away. With determination, Flora successfully tracks down the missing jade and reunites the pair. However, after this event, Flora begins experiencing unsettling nightmares that appear to convey a significant message.

Filled with anguish after being wrongfully blamed for a horrific crime, Maki's dear sibling tragically ends his own life. Fast forward to the present, Maki, a promising lawyer, finds herself entangled in a complex love triangle; despite being married to a renowned architect, she discovers herself falling for her 23-year-old stepson, Tatsuya. As forbidden love battles against animosity, Maki uncovers the shocking truth that Tatsuya played a role in her brother's suicide in this gripping romantic thriller. (DramaWiki)

The marriage between Lu Ming and Xu Xin deteriorates gradually as a result of ongoing disagreements. When Xu Xin slips into a coma following a car crash, Lu Ming comes across her book featuring a perfect husband, prompting him to face his own flaws and lament his previous errors.

In the novel "Longtou Laotai" by Fang Zhao Xiang, Xia Hui Lan, a neighborhood director, confronts an organization involved in a complex pyramid scheme. Xia Hui Lan, known for her strong sense of justice and nosy nature, stumbles upon the pyramid scheme while investigating the suicide of Wang Xiao Lang. Unable to rely on the police, Xia Hui Lan decides to go undercover to collect evidence against the organization. With the help of Assistant Chief Inspector Wang Da De and a few others, she works tirelessly to expose the mastermind behind the scheme. However, Xia Hui Lan faces unexpected challenges when her past catches up to her - discovering that city councilor Yang, a former lover, is involved, and her missing sons are now her adversaries.

A series of unexplained fatalities has taken place, with each victim displaying a distinct purple bruise shaped like a butterfly. Investigators believe that the victims succumbed to a form of hypnotic manipulation. Renowned psychiatrist Toshiya Saga, known for his expertise in hypnotic treatments, is enlisted by the authorities to assist with the case. Despite his resolve to unravel the enigma, Dr. Saga is taken aback when a woman he is drawn to emerges as a person of interest in the inquiry.

Wakiya Hide's (Hamada Gaku) older brother, who was known for being capable in everything, passes away suddenly, leaving Wakiya, the less accomplished sibling, behind. Their lives were very different, with Wakiya always playing a minor role that went unnoticed by others. Following his brother's death, a man accuses Wakiya of being responsible, leading to him losing consciousness and waking up on a ship named 'Piece Vote'. The passengers on the ship are asked to reveal their true thoughts, leading to confessions of crimes they had previously denied. Unbeknownst to them, cameras are broadcasting their actions all over Japan, as they participate in a dangerous game where viewers will decide their fate through voting. Wakiya had never had any issues with his minor role in life, until he found himself on the ship.

Five 15-year-old girls find themselves trapped in a chamber and are compelled to participate in a game upon regaining consciousness. In order to survive, they must answer the questions accurately within a 30-minute time frame. Failure to do so will result in their demise.

During a film and television awards ceremony, actress He Xiao Hui once again took home the award for best actress, marking a peak in her career. She quickly rose to fame with the media's coverage and the intense adoration of her loyal fans. However, He Xiao Hui's joy was short-lived as she stumbled upon images of her husband Zhao Zi Jian being unfaithful. Struggling to come to terms with this betrayal, the couple decided to part ways through a divorce. Little did He Xiao Hui know, there were sinister forces at play behind Zhao Zi Jian's decision to end their marriage.

In the workplace, interpersonal dynamics escalate when four women who are both colleagues and friends compete for career advancements and romantic relationships. (DramaWiki)

The tale follows Jian Jian and Ran Miao, professional screenwriters at No Problem Editorial Company, as they transitioned from animosity to affection during their collaborative scriptwriting process

Chu Qi, the young lady of Shen Mansion, discovered that her sister, Shen Shi San, had disappeared while searching for a specific medicine. Despite their close bond since childhood, Shen Shi San's disappearance led Chu Qi into a confrontation with the medicine vendor Wang Wu. Fortunately, Gu Yusheng, a childhood friend and the son of a military officer, came to Chu Qi's rescue. Wang Wu fled the scene, only to meet a mysterious demise that same night. The investigating officer, WuXu, following the trail of clues, suspected Chu Qi of foul play. Driven by her concern for her missing sister, Chu Qi broke into a charity house at night to search for clues on Wang Wu's body. These clues led her to a place known as "Fengming Town." Coincidentally, Wu Xu apprehended Chu Qi as he arrived to inspect the body. During a struggle, Chu Qi accidentally tore her clothing. In an unexpected act of kindness, Wu Xu lent her his clothes and inadvertently dropped his police badge. Disguised as "Officer Wu," Chu Qi successfully entered Fengming Town, only to find a village riddled with mystery and plagued by eerie deaths of villagers she had interacted with. As the situation escalated, Officer Wu Xu and Gu Yusheng arrived in Fengming Town, where they encountered a series of bizarre and mysterious events that gradually revealed the truth behind the villagers' deaths. The fate of Shen Shi San became more apparent, and the dynamics among the trio underwent subtle changes. Unbeknownst to them, they had become targets of an unseen manipulator.

The famous celebrity known as Vicky was discovered lifeless in the pool. Upon returning from overseas, Bai Wei, the eldest daughter of the Bai family, found out during a family gathering that her half-sister, Bai Wei'er, had been present at Vicky's birthday celebration. Vicky had previously been engaged to Bai Hao Yu, the eldest son of the Bai family, and Bai Ling, the second son of the Bai family, owned an entertainment company where Vicky was a client. Bai Wei soon realized that all members of her family had ties to Vicky, prompting her to delve into each person's hidden truths. She began scheming to use Vicky's demise to her advantage, with the ultimate goal of regaining ownership of her father's hotel shares.

During Li You You's wedding ceremony, an incident occurred involving the secretary Xin Ran being harassed. The groom, Ning Yang, intervened and saved Xin Ran, leading to them spending a night together. Meanwhile, Chairman Li was involved in a sudden car accident, resulting in Ning Yang inheriting his position. Xin Ran began to notice that the women around Ning Yang, including Li You You, were mysteriously disappearing. As time passed, the true identity of Ning Yang was gradually uncovered.

Calvin and Christy, two skilled criminals, find themselves isolated in Wonderful Harbour Hotel for a week following the identification of a guest with H1N1 by the Hong Kong authorities. While at the hotel, the duo interacts with a police officer, a bellhop, a sex worker, a journalist, a notorious thief, and various affluent and less fortunate guests and staff members who form unlikely connections during their time in quarantine.

When Tamaki was young, her father passed away in a tragic accident and her mother disappeared, leaving Tamaki to care for her sick brother Ryota. Upon hearing of her mother's death, Tamaki hurries to the hospital only to discover that her mother had undergone a drastic transformation and had taken her own life. Finding solace in the hospital director's son, Kyosuke, Tamaki falls in love with him, only to later uncover that Kyosuke's father had an affair with her mother, leading to her mother's disappearance and suicide.

In this narrative, the bond between mother Akiko and daughter Mizuki is depicted as that of close friends and romantic partners. Mizuki's father Koji is troubled by the nature of their relationship, but his work commitments prevent him from addressing it. When the family decides to construct a new home, they cross paths with Matsushima, who is tasked with overseeing the project. Initially, both Akiko and Mizuki form a connection with Matsushima, prompting Akiko to encourage Mizuki to pursue a romantic relationship with him. However, as Mizuki becomes involved with Matsushima, she realizes the extent to which her mother has controlled her and seeks to break free from their unhealthy dynamic. Akiko, upon recognizing the situation, takes drastic measures by attempting to seduce Matsushima in a bid to win back her daughter's affection.

Koharu, aged 28, is unable to forget her former high school boyfriend, Kisetsu. She decides to revisit the place where they made a promise to each other, planning to propose to him as they had agreed upon 10 years earlier. Upon meeting Kisetsu again after a decade, she learns the shocking truth behind their breakup: Kisetsu suffers from multiple personalities, and it was one of his other personalities that ended their relationship. In order to marry Kisetsu, Koharu must navigate through his three different personalities and seek approval from all of them. This unconventional love story puts their relationship to the test in a unique way.

This drama revolves around a female lobbyist navigating the world of global arms dealers. Kang Tae Hyuk is the heir to a leading arms manufacturing firm in Korea. He is a young entrepreneur with an impeccable appearance and eloquent speech. Possessing a natural talent for lobbying, he is also an expert strategist. His ambition is to dominate the entire Asian market.

This tale of horror and suspense revolves around individuals who blur the boundaries of love. Kimura Mizuho relocates from Shizuoka to Tokyo in an attempt to flee her violent ex-boyfriend, Kurashima Takashi, but he soon discovers her whereabouts. In a moment of desperation, Mizuho murders Takashi, yet her act goes unnoticed, leading to questions such as "Who concealed the body?" and "What was their motive?"

The insurance industry is often compared to a game of chance, where policyholders wager that something will happen while insurance companies bet against it. In this analogy, insurance companies are seen as the main players, with some insurers taking advantage of the situation. Leading life consultants are likened to judges in this scenario, with characters like Tong Wish, Tang Tianshou, and Gao Ming playing the role of life insurance consultants at the forefront. (Sina)

Regarding the paranormal occurrences happening within the urban area.

Li Xiaoyu's life takes a drastic turn when he decides to protect his friend Qiu Yongbang during an attempted theft at a casino. The situation escalates when the owner of the casino is murdered, leading to Li Xiaoyu being implicated as the prime suspect.

The "Beiyang Remnant Case" focuses on the remnants of the Republic of China era, exploring the secrets of a century-old history linked to a mysterious event known as the "hundred corpse crossing the river." The film presents a series of interconnected stories within the framework of solving cases, blending elements of fantasy, adventure, and suspense to create a captivating and enigmatic atmosphere. The plot is complex and engaging, inviting viewers to delve into the intricacies of the investigation.

In order to protect Shen Yu, the illegitimate daughter of the Song family, Song Shuang Xu must turn to the influential He Ting Zhou for assistance. He Ting Zhou insists that Song Shuang Xu becomes his partner in exchange for saving her brother. This decision binds their destinies together, leading them into a complicated relationship marked by conflicts, challenges, suffering, and love.

Actress Qiao Yi Ren transforms into a wrathful deity who unexpectedly acquires the robot 013 from a large technology corporation. This sparks a deep romantic connection and shared personal development between them. As they are drawn into a perilous realm of technology and celebrity by a sinister plot, intricate emotional bonds form between humans and artificial intelligence.

Chen Zhuo, the heir, disguises himself as a security guard at Xu Mei Ying's company in order to investigate his mother's mysterious death. However, he finds himself unexpectedly becoming her son-in-law and living with her. At the same time, his twin brother Chen Yue pretends to be him to claim the family fortune. As the family's expectations weigh heavily on him, he must confront lies and strive for a new beginning.