What a wild, clever, and hilarious ride!
Li Bing (played by Ding Yu Xi) returns to the capital just as a series of bizarre murders grips the city—each blamed on a so-called "demon cat." Once a renowned young detective under the guidance of his late father, the former head of the Capital Investigation Bureau, Li Bing steps back into action and cracks the case—earning himself the title of Deputy Minister, personally appointed by the Empress Regnant.
But there is more to Li Bing than meets the eye: he is half cat—literally. He can shift between feline and human form, a transformation shrouded in mystery. How did this happen? And is it connected to his father's assassination? These questions haunt him as much as the strange cases he investigates.
As if that were not complicated enough, his former best friend Cui Bei (the ever-handsome Miles Wei), now a General of the Imperial Guards, has seemingly turned against him—frequently blocking his investigations and adding layers of tension and rivalry.
This drama thrives on contrasts: it is a detective story wrapped in comedy, fantasy, and occult intrigue. Li Bing’s team, though full of heart, is hilariously underqualified. Characters like Li Ba Ba (Kudousi) and Wang Qi (Feng Man) constantly trip over themselves, delivering laugh-out-loud moments with their well-meaning blunders.
The closing theme by Liu YuNing is a standout—his powerful, refined voice and flawless breath control are truly impressive. Though the song is not in the style I usually like, I appreciate the lively percussion rhythm and how beautifully Liu delivers the song.
“Youth Journey,” arguably the most melodious track in the entire OST, was so good it felt like it should have been the opening theme instead!
All major mysteries are resolved by the end—except one: Did the Empress really reverse her age and become a little girl? How and why?👀
It also left me wondering: has the rule against distorting historical facts been quietly shelved? The story clearly hints at the Tang dynasty, with the Empress resembling Empress Wu Zetian, China's only female ruler. But make no mistake—this drama is pure fantasy, with no ties to historical reality, and that is part of what makes it so fun.
A must-watch if you enjoy a mix of laughs, mystery, fantasy, and a talking cat-detective. 🐾🕵️♂️
But there is more to Li Bing than meets the eye: he is half cat—literally. He can shift between feline and human form, a transformation shrouded in mystery. How did this happen? And is it connected to his father's assassination? These questions haunt him as much as the strange cases he investigates.
As if that were not complicated enough, his former best friend Cui Bei (the ever-handsome Miles Wei), now a General of the Imperial Guards, has seemingly turned against him—frequently blocking his investigations and adding layers of tension and rivalry.
This drama thrives on contrasts: it is a detective story wrapped in comedy, fantasy, and occult intrigue. Li Bing’s team, though full of heart, is hilariously underqualified. Characters like Li Ba Ba (Kudousi) and Wang Qi (Feng Man) constantly trip over themselves, delivering laugh-out-loud moments with their well-meaning blunders.
The closing theme by Liu YuNing is a standout—his powerful, refined voice and flawless breath control are truly impressive. Though the song is not in the style I usually like, I appreciate the lively percussion rhythm and how beautifully Liu delivers the song.
“Youth Journey,” arguably the most melodious track in the entire OST, was so good it felt like it should have been the opening theme instead!
All major mysteries are resolved by the end—except one: Did the Empress really reverse her age and become a little girl? How and why?👀
It also left me wondering: has the rule against distorting historical facts been quietly shelved? The story clearly hints at the Tang dynasty, with the Empress resembling Empress Wu Zetian, China's only female ruler. But make no mistake—this drama is pure fantasy, with no ties to historical reality, and that is part of what makes it so fun.
A must-watch if you enjoy a mix of laughs, mystery, fantasy, and a talking cat-detective. 🐾🕵️♂️
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