Zhang Qing, a present-day college student in culture and history major wants to study in professor Ye's postgraduate class, so he decides to write a historical fiction to elaborate his perspective of analyzing ancient literature history with modern concept. In the fiction, Zhang himself acts as a young man Fan Xian with mysterious life who lives in a remote seaside town of Kingdom Qing in his childhood, under the help of a mysterious mentor and a blindfolded watchman. Fan goes to the capital when he grows up, where he experiences plenty of ordeal and temper. Fan persists in adhering the rule of justice and goodness and lives his own glorious life.
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Chen Xiaoqian, a struggling screenwriter suddenly finds herself trapped inside her own script as the Third Princess of Dongliang, a female-led kingdom. With her character caught between an arranged engagement to the noble Pei Heng and a forbidden love for Prince Han Shuo of a rival nation, Xiaoqian must rewrite her fate to survive—and discover what love truly means.
Ning Yi, a determined woman from a cold background, grows through poetry, business, and martial arts, taking on increasing responsibilities and, with the help of her friends and family, using courage and wisdom to protect Lin An.
Zhang Dabao is a middle-aged man who has lost confidence in life after facing numerous setbacks. When he unexpectedly travels back to 1995 and meets his 22-year-old self, the two embark on a journey filled with challenges that inspire them to join forces. Together, they seek to reconcile past regrets and forge a new beginning in their lives.
In the war-ravaged land of Zichuan, a heroic general and his sworn brothers battle internal rebellion and an invading enemy. As they fight to protect their homeland and loved ones, they forge a powerful tale of loyalty, sacrifice, and the pursuit of peace.
Jian Mingshu, the daughter of the Jian family, loses her memory after a fall and is saved by her beloved, Lu Shang. They travel to the capital for their studies, where Jian Mingshu uncovers clues about her identity. With Lu Shang's silent support, their bond deepens as they face challenges together, leading to a lasting relationship.
Chen Huan’er, along with her friends Jing Xichi and Song Cong, navigates the journey from high school to adulthood. Together, they experience love, loss, family struggles, and personal growth. As life takes them in unexpected directions, their enduring friendship remains a constant through every challenge.
In the village hidden within the Chaotian Continent, Jing Jiu unexpectedly takes in Liu Shisu, a child prodigy with a natural Taoist seed, as his book attendant. The two of them come to Qing Shan Sect by chance, yet Jing Jiu, who is considered ordinary, actually serves the prodigy Liu Shisu as his servant, which draws criticism from others. At the Sword Inheritance Conference, Jing Jiu also meets Zhao La Yue, the girl from Shen Mo Peak. "Lazy" Jing Jiu just wants to cultivate in peace, but little does he know that fate will pull the three of them into a huge dispute in the martial world.
Cheng Shaoshang, left behind by her parents who went off to war, faces challenges from a scheming aunt and struggles with estrangement from her family. Lacking love and security, she is cautious in choosing a marriage partner and meets three suitors: Ling Buyi, the emperor's adopted son; Yuan Shen, a talented figure from Bailu Mountain; and Lou Yao, an aristocrat. Despite a rocky path to love, Shaoshang remains steadfast. Her involvement with Ling Buyi leads them into a mystery surrounding his family and identity and together they confront a national crisis, growing through their experiences and upholding their ideals.
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