Yang Chenlu

In a time of turmoil, Xu Xiao rises as King of Northern Liang, defeating threats from steppe kingdoms and southern uprisings. His heir, Xu Fengnian, a free-spirited warrior, has spent years mastering his skills while forming alliances, including with the skilled swordswoman Nangong Pushe. Among the royal household is Jiang Ni, a princess from a rival kingdom who may harbor hidden motives. As Xu Fengnian ascends the throne, doubts arise about his ability to uphold his father’s legacy. When a critical campaign looms, the fate of the realm hangs in the balance.

On her wedding day, Chu Jiuling discovers her uncle, the Emperor, killed her father. Betrayed and nearly assassinated by her husband, she is rescued by a physician and takes on a new identity as Jun Jiuling. Using her medical skills and wit, she aids a noble family, infiltrates the capital, and uncovers political corruption while winning the people’s trust.

Lu Nanyi, the daughter of a wealthy merchant, and Lin Qingqiu, from a distinguished family, grew up as childhood sweethearts. However, Lin Qingqiu was betrothed to another due to his parents' arrangement, though he still loved Lu Nanyi. They planned to elope on his wedding day but were tricked into believing the other had abandoned them, leading to their heartbreaking separation. A year later, Lin Qingqiu became the magistrate of Jinzhou County, seeking Lu Nanyi, while she gained fame as a storywriter. A murder case in Liu Zhou mirrored Lu Nanyi's stories, putting her under suspicion. As Lin Qingqiu investigated, the former lovers reunited, rekindling their old flame amidst the tension of avenging their past heartbreaks. However, the quest for the real killer complicates their reunion and raises the question: can their fractured relationship truly heal?

Adapted from the 3rd volume in the novel series "Candle in the Tomb" by Zhang Mu Ye. Hu Bayi, Wang Kaixuan, and Shiely Yang, infected with a curse, embark on a journey to King Xian's tomb to retrieve the Haochen Bead and break the curse. They face ancient organs, ghostly visions, explosive bugs, and a massive salamander.