A Journey to Love

similar to QVV:
master-discipline relationship with the second ML and the FL
strong martial arts + strategy leader FL
FL has been faking her identity (AJTL: faked her death)
FL has multiple disciplines and she's respected by both her peers and her enemies
FL is warm-hearted and truly cares about the people who work for her and want to do something for them.

AJTL has group of military brothers on a mission. They deal with a lot of dangerous situations, political intrigue and there is enough romantic plots to fill you up. This is slightly different as the brothers are not always together, but you see how they are guided by the common goal. Romantic stuff is in EB too, but I am on ep 19 so will have to see the end.
Liu Yu Ning plays in both, and the masculine is nicely balanced with the female subplots. 3 brothers, 3 women...

Same vibes
Smart FL
Strong ML
Desert Setting
Also Alen Fang is being Alen Fang
Fl is after revenge
Hidden motives
Secondary Couples be needing their own 16 episode drama

Both are similar in that they feature a strong troupe, strong leads, and awesome side characters you can't help but fall in love with. The compelling storyline draws you in, making it impossible to stop watching.