Yinying

I couldn’t wait to see it either, and I’m also a fan of her. In fact, the direction and acting leave a bit to be desired; it gives off that low-budget vibe of some dramas.

Is it just me, or does this give off low-budget drama vibes? I just hope it’s a directorial choice.

Is the drama only a comedy, or is there some seriousness too? And maybe a bit of action as well?

Surely they’ll make it since it was successful, but it could take years before they announce it.

Unfortunately, sometimes the ratings seem a bit random. In reality, this drama is clearly above the average for early 2025: the cast is very good and the story is truly engaging.

I don't remember everything because a lot of time has passed, but the emperor certainly still had concubines... Also because it was customary to have many in order to have heirs.

Shen Zhenzhu leaves the palace to die alone, trying to protect Emperor Li Chu. Despite her plans, Li Chu is aware of her sacrifice and lets her leave with a heavy heart. Ultimately, Shen Zhenzhu dies away from the palace, reflecting on her life and her love for Li Chu. Her death marks the end of their love story, leaving Li Chu with a void that will never be filled.

For the moment the news says so. Maybe they want to do more seasons and introduce it in the second.
Also because it wouldn't make sense not to include it. However, nothing is certain about the plot at the moment.

Yes, it's a prequel. This new series will explore the youth of key characters from the original series, such as Qing Di, Chen Pingping and Fan Jian, delving into their stories and showing the events that shaped their futures. But I'm a little worried about the absence of Ye Qingmei's character, who had a crucial role in the original series. At least for the moment this is the news going around.

It's a reboot/sequel

Because you must think he's always been obsessed with ziyuan. And if he changed his mind it would be unusual and strange and would make many suspicious... And they would start asking questions.

He proceeds because if he changed his mind so suddenly, the emperor would start to suspect something

it's very slow, something starts to show after 6/7 episodes. At first the drama doesn't tell you much, but as soon as it starts to take shape it grabs you and doesn't let go...

But they couldn't respect the manhwa for the ending??
Great series except for the ending.