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Summit of Our Youth: A Journey of Dreams, Friendship, and Growth
Gu Xuejiao (Sun ZhenNi) is a contract worker whose application for full-time employment is thwarted when her program has bugs—bugs planted, she believes, by her boss, Ling ZhiHua (Chen JingKe), which ultimately causes her to quit. After narrowly avoiding an elevator accident, she finds herself time-traveling—back to age 18 and decides to dedicate herself to acing the college entrance exam. In a twist, Ling ZhiHua reappears as her tutor during this crucial period.Everything was fine until episode 18. In episode 19 don’t understand why the female lead suddenly became so angry with the male lead. She was also keeping that secret from him, wasn’t she? So why was she acting so upset with him? The ending completely ruined it for me. It made it seem like the evil second female lead came out on top in this life, while the female lead was left in the same position as before, struggling just to live a good life. Even if I try to overlook the ending and just focus on the earlier episodes, I still can’t understand why they suddenly turned the female lead’s ex into a villain. Why did he even come back after going abroad? And if he did return, why was he suddenly so obsessed with the female lead? “If you want to keep a happy impression of the drama, I’d recommend stopping at episode 18.
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Framed & Fugitive: The Best Detective Fights to Clear His Name
The show spans 36 episodes, blending historical drama with mystery and suspense. It follows elite detective Xiao Beiming (Wang Xingyue), who is framed as the demon “Ye Sha” on his wedding day and vanishes—only to return 3 years later to clear his name with help from his clever allies. Each of the seven interlinked cases—from "Bloody Statue" to "Sea Cliff Monster"—functions as a piece of the puzzle that gradually reveals the bigger conspiracy and identity of Ye Sha.All the actors and actresses gave strong performances and delivered their roles exceptionally well. I'm impressed ♥
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Haiya is a tragic yet pivotal location within the narrative. The drama reveals that this region was once home to the elite Canfeng Army—a cadre once led by Xiao Beiming’s master, Zhong Yunchi, and General Huo Zongyao. By Episode 23, Xiao Bei Ming discloses to Fang Tianzheng that Haiya is tied to the roots of the “Yesha” (Night Devil) mystery. He explains that Yesha likely originated from Haiya—an orphan driven by vengeance over the Fengbo Lake incident—and that Yesha’s followers hinted at the region's deeper, darker secrets. The tension escalates by Episode 30 when the story unveils Haiya’s devastating fate: a deadly infection transforms the soldiers into feral beasts. The late emperor, fearing chaos and collapse, orders a brutal containment—sealing the city and, in essence, condemning innocent civilians to a brutal fate. It’s described as a place that has “become hell on earth.” In a courageous and emotionally wrenching act, Zhong Yunchi and his allies defy the imperial decree to save at least one infant—an emblem of hope amid ruins. A chain of poor decisions ultimately led to this tragedy.
The finale reveals Tong Shuang (He Luoluo) as the true Night Devil / Yesha. He basically started to hate people around him. As he was literally treated poorly by his adopted parents, no one truly cared about him. I felt bad for him. 😢
And I think I became a fan of Yesha. I think i'm crazy 🤪 😂 He consistently stayed a step ahead of Bei Ming. He was really smart 🧠 Big Brains U know 😂
The concluding arc emphasizes justice, sacrifice, and teamwork, wrapped in intellectual drama. The romance thread, while present, plays second fiddle to the mystery-driven storytelling. If you're drawn to thoughtful, puzzle-like mysteries wrapped in historical ambience, with morally probing character arcs, The Wanted Detective is well worth your time. It rewards attention to detail and patience with its layered storytelling.
However, be prepared for a romantic subplot that takes a back seat to the central mystery.
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A General’s Honor, A Woman’s Destiny
Story & ThemesAdapted from Rebirth of a Star General by Qian Shan Cha Ke, the drama blends rebirth, gender disguise, military strategy, and romance into a gripping narrative. He Yan’s transformation—from a betrayed noblewoman to a reborn warrior who climbs her way back to glory—is both inspiring and emotionally compelling. The drama excels at showing her intelligence and resilience: excelling at the military academy, disguising her gender to survive, and commanding troops with sharp strategy. Unlike many costume dramas that focus heavily on palace politics, this series gives us large-scale battle sequences and war strategy, which is refreshing. [I really wished the drama had included more battle scenes, especially the final war against the Wutuo. I was hoping the last episode would showcase the full strategies, tactics, and fighting skills in detail, but instead, that entire war was wrapped up in just about 10 minutes in episode 36.] 😪
Romance
One of the drama’s greatest strengths is the slow-burn romance between He Yan (Zhou Ye) and Xiao Jue (Cheng Lei). Unlike typical historical dramas where love at first sight dominates, their relationship evolves gradually, rooted in mutual respect, trust, and shared struggles. Zhou Ye and Cheng Lei’s performances complement each other perfectly—her warmth softens his stoic demeanor, while his calm steadiness supports her fiery courage. [ I didn’t mind the emperor being concerned about two great generals marrying, or his push for He Yan to marry Chu Zhao instead. The issue was that this plotline dragged on for too long. After a while, Chu Zhao’s one-sided obsession felt unnecessary to the story. It would have been better if his arc had wrapped up by episode 34, allowing the last war against the Wutuo to begin in episode 35. Then, the leads’ wedding could have been placed at the start of episode 36, ending the drama on a sweeter note by showing their daughter at the finale. ]
Performances
Zhou Ye (He Yan): Outstanding as a strong yet layered heroine. She balances toughness with vulnerability, making He Yan feel believable both as a general and as a woman navigating love and betrayal.
Cheng Lei (Xiao Jue): Charismatic and cool-headed, his chemistry with Zhou Ye is one of the show’s biggest highlights. Their relationship evolves naturally from suspicion to trust and finally love.
Supporting actors like Zhang Miaoyi and Zhang Kangle add depth, though some secondary arcs feel underexplored.
Production Quality
Visually, the show is top-tier:
Battle scenes are well-choreographed with sweeping cinematography.
Costumes and set designs highlight the grandeur of the late Eastern Jin-style backdrop.
The soundtrack mixes traditional Chinese instruments with modern scoring, enhancing both emotional and action-heavy moments.
Strengths vs Weaknesses
✅ A rare strong female lead in the general’s role
✅ Engaging mix of strategy, war, and romance
✅ High-quality production and set pieces
✅ Refreshing slow-burn, not rushed or forced
✅ Emotional depth rooted in trust and admiration
❌ Pacing slows in the middle episodes
❌ Some side plots (like rival generals and political intrigue) could have been fleshed out more
❌ Secondary love arcs (like Chu Zhao’s feelings) feel underdeveloped
Legend of the Female General is one of the most engaging historical C-dramas of 2025. With its powerful heroine, compelling romance, and impressive war strategy elements, it stands apart from typical palace intrigue series. Fans of The Long Ballad will especially enjoy it. It is not the usual palace-drama love affair—it’s a love forged in war, tested by betrayal, and strengthened by mutual respect. For fans who enjoy a patient, meaningful build-up rather than quick melodrama, this romance is a standout element of the series. A must-watch if you love strong heroines, epic battles, and heart-stirring romance.
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Uncovering Truths Beneath the Silence of the Dead
A Gripping Tale Where Death Speaks and Secrets Unfold!!!A riveting Chinese drama that merges mystery, forensic investigation, and poignant romance against the backdrop of a historical setting. With meticulous storytelling and layered performances, it delivers a dark yet emotionally compelling narrative that keeps viewers on edge from beginning to end.
Some died with Regrets, Some lived with Regrets.......
The Empress Dowager sent the frailer twin away from the palace, believing her stronger son would survive the struggle for power. Yet in the end, it was the exiled son who returned, killed his brother, and took the throne as a false emperor.
Both the Empress and the Noble Consort spent their lives scheming for their sons to claim the crown—but in the end, both sons perished because of that very ambition.
To shield Yan Chi from the Emperor's suspicion, Prince Rui buried his love deep within. He never expected he would die before ever revealing his true feelings to his son.
Qin Zhaoyou, the most brilliant woman in the capital, finally married the man she loved. Then she set herself ablaze in a desperate bid to save him—but even in death, her plan failed to protect him.
Qin Xiang spent her life calculating each step, believing she'd secured power through marriage. But in the end, she became a victim of her own schemes.
Feng Chenbi once had the chance to live a life of wealth and status, but she met her end by the sword in Prince Cheng’s residence.
Yan Ze spent over a decade meticulously plotting revenge, only to die at the hands of the very person who had murdered his parents.
The Emperor spent his life orchestrating control—but in the end, he died full of regret.
The Empress Dowager tried to save one son. In the end, she lost them all—even her grandsons—because of a single choice made long ago.
Eight Cases -:
1st Case: (The Case of the Headless Bride) (Episodes 1–5) | Culprit: 1 ✅
I truly felt for Miss Song. She gave her heart completely to Wei Yan Zhi—willing to abandon her family, reputation, and everything she had, just to be with him. All she longed for was a quiet, peaceful life by his side. But in the end, that love cost her everything.
Wei Yan Zhi wanted something entirely different, and his betrayal led her to a tragic end. 😪
2nd case: (The Case of the Body Buried in the Well) Episode (6-11) Culprit= Qin Family (3rd Branch)✅
One of the most repulsive families I’ve seen. The 3rd branch of the Qin family was truly rotten. Old Madam Qin failed to teach her son any morals—letting him "play" without consequence, even as his actions harmed those around him.
Qin Chen was utterly despicable: indifferent to his wife and child, unfaithful, and spineless. 🤢
I felt deep sympathy for Cai He. Her pain was real, and her revenge felt justified given how she was treated. But I couldn’t support her decision to target Xin Lan and her unborn child—they were innocent and didn’t deserve to be caught in the crossfire.
3rd case: (The Case of the Hundred Herbs Garden) Episode (12-15) Culprit= 2/3 ✅
Wan’s senior brother was a tragic yet dangerous figure—blinded by grief and consumed by selfish desperation. In his obsession to bring back a wife who was already gone, he committed horrific crimes, taking the lives of innocent villagers.
Loving someone deeply is beautiful—but when that love becomes a reason to harm others, it turns dark. One life, no matter how precious, should never justify destroying countless others. Love should never burn the world to keep one person warm. There are many out there who still fight to live for the ones they love.
4th case: (The Case of the Opera Actor Ghost Murder) Episode (16-19) Culprit=1 ✅
This case truly broke my heart. The culprit wasn’t driven by greed or hatred—but by the need to seek justice for her master and her wronged family.
Episode 19 left me speechless. It was deeply emotional and sorrowful. Knowing that the law would never punish those responsible for such cruelty, she took justice into her own hands.
It’s heartbreaking because, though what she did was wrong by the law, her pain was born from a truth no one else dared to face.
5th case: (The Case of the Girl in Brocade Clothes) Episode (20-21) Culprit= 1✅
6th case: (The Case of the Hunting of the Prince) Episode (22-24) Culprit= 2✅
7th case: (The Case of the Heavenly Blood Punishment) Episode (25-29) Culprit=?✅
8th case: (The Murder Case of the Cold Shadow in the Deep Palace) Episode (30-38) Culprit=?✅
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At some point i feel bad for FL. I felt what if i was in her position?
I really liked the story. I liked that how the female lead was so passionate about starting and leading her father's legacy over again. She never gave up on that. But i also felt bad for her because at some point of time her close ones betrayed her. First Gao Yi, then ML,her classmate, uncle. Everyone decided for her but no one wanted to know what she really felt. At some point i felt like ML is using her to make Teng Yue a brand and then he snatched Teng Yue from her. HS, if some one did "that" to me what ML did to Xu . I would never forget , maybe in future i would forgive him but never forget. So after Xu's dad died no one really tried to understand her feelings. yeah everyone stood by her but at some point they backed off too. Only Jian fully understood her. I truly loved their friendship, how much they understand and support each other. HS, i didn't want Xu to end up with Si at the end. It felt like he supported Xu so that she can make Teng Yue a brand again. And another thing SFL was really selfish in this one. I didn't like her from the start to the end. Instead I like SML more and more!!!The scene at ep 33 where she was drunk after knowing all the truth. While being drunk she walking towards the stage with all the voices as being played in the BGM. It gave me goosebumps!!!
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