I Almost Skipped This Drama—Now I Cannot Wait for the Next Sequel
This drama sat on my plan-to-watch list for quite some time. I had assumed it was heavy on the supernatural, a genre that does not usually appeal to me, so I kept putting it off. However, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it is actually an ancient detective series, cleverly wrapped in layers of seemingly supernatural occurrences that always turned out to be crimes masked by deception and intricate scheming. The sub-plots were full of surprises.
The story follows Lu Ling Feng, the proud and impulsive Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the imperial capital’s army. Hailing from a noble lineage and a staunch supporter of the Crown Prince, Lu Ling Feng carried himself with confidence—sometimes bordering on arrogance. In contrast, Su Wu Ming came from a humble background but was the prized disciple of the legendary detective Di Ren Jie, who once served under Empress Wu. Su Wu Ming was calm, calculating, and always thinking one step ahead. He was backed by the Grand Princess, the ambitious aunt of the Crown Prince, who dreamed of becoming the next Empress Regnant—just like her mother once did. The Crown Prince and the Grand Princess were political rivals locked in a silent power struggle.
On the surface, Lu Ling Feng and Su Wu Ming seemed destined to clash—each serving opposing factions, each embodying a different temperament. Yet fate tied them together when two seemingly unrelated cases they were working on revealed a shared thread. As they dug deeper, the pair must set aside their differences and rely on each other to unravel a far-reaching conspiracy. Along the way, another secret came to light: Lu Ling Feng and the Grand Princess shared a deeper bond than either of them ever suspected.
What impressed me most was how well the multiple plotlines were woven together. The mystery was layered and unpredictable, and the storytelling was smart and captivating. With an intriguing premise, strong performances by the leads, and a solid supporting cast, this drama exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend it—and rate it very highly.
When I reached the end of the drama, I was thrilled to discover that it had two sequels. The second series had already aired, and I jumped into it right away. The third installment is still in the pipeline, and I sincerely hope it does not get delayed by unnecessary red tape. There have been rumours that a new regulation requires at least a one-year gap before sequels can be released—that feels far too long. Even a six-month wait would be frustrating. Ideally, I hope to see sequels released within three months of the previous season. That kind of continuity keeps the momentum alive and the audience fully engaged.
The story follows Lu Ling Feng, the proud and impulsive Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the imperial capital’s army. Hailing from a noble lineage and a staunch supporter of the Crown Prince, Lu Ling Feng carried himself with confidence—sometimes bordering on arrogance. In contrast, Su Wu Ming came from a humble background but was the prized disciple of the legendary detective Di Ren Jie, who once served under Empress Wu. Su Wu Ming was calm, calculating, and always thinking one step ahead. He was backed by the Grand Princess, the ambitious aunt of the Crown Prince, who dreamed of becoming the next Empress Regnant—just like her mother once did. The Crown Prince and the Grand Princess were political rivals locked in a silent power struggle.
On the surface, Lu Ling Feng and Su Wu Ming seemed destined to clash—each serving opposing factions, each embodying a different temperament. Yet fate tied them together when two seemingly unrelated cases they were working on revealed a shared thread. As they dug deeper, the pair must set aside their differences and rely on each other to unravel a far-reaching conspiracy. Along the way, another secret came to light: Lu Ling Feng and the Grand Princess shared a deeper bond than either of them ever suspected.
What impressed me most was how well the multiple plotlines were woven together. The mystery was layered and unpredictable, and the storytelling was smart and captivating. With an intriguing premise, strong performances by the leads, and a solid supporting cast, this drama exceeded all my expectations. I highly recommend it—and rate it very highly.
When I reached the end of the drama, I was thrilled to discover that it had two sequels. The second series had already aired, and I jumped into it right away. The third installment is still in the pipeline, and I sincerely hope it does not get delayed by unnecessary red tape. There have been rumours that a new regulation requires at least a one-year gap before sequels can be released—that feels far too long. Even a six-month wait would be frustrating. Ideally, I hope to see sequels released within three months of the previous season. That kind of continuity keeps the momentum alive and the audience fully engaged.
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