Plot Synopsis
Jiang Xuening (played by Bai Lu) used all her cunning to become the Empress but was forced to commit suicide during apalace coup. Now, Jiang Xuening's dream is to distance herself frompower and take control of her own life. However, by a twist of fate, she becomes a companion to theprincess in thepalace and becomes a student of Imperial Tutor Xie Wei (played by Zhang Ling He). While accepting Xie Wei's guidance, Jiang Xuening secretlyplots toprevent the impending 'Blood Crown Ceremony' that her childhood friend Yan Lin (played by Zhou Jun Wei) is about to face. Through the strategicplanning of Jiang Xuening and Xie Wei, the Yan family's lives are saved.
After the turmoil of the Blood Crown Ceremony, Jiang Xuening unintentionally becomes involved in aplan by the court to eradicate the rebellion of thePrince ofPingnan. Together with her unrequited love Zhang Zhe (played by Wang Xing Yue), they infiltrate the enemy camp. At a critical moment, Jiang Xuening shields Zhang Zhe from an arrow with her own body, but their relationshipbecomes strained and they cannot be together. The enemy country, Da Yue, launches an invasion, andPrincess Shen Zhi Yi (played by Liu Xie Ning) resolutely embarks on a marriage alliance.
To rescue her friend Shen Zhi Yi, Jiang Xuening accompanies Xie Wei on a campaign against Da Yue. In the midst of numerous crises, Xie Wei even sacrifices himself toprotect Jiang Xuening, and their feelings for each other grow. However, a bigger conspiracy gradually comes to light,pointing directly to the truth of thePrince ofPingnan incident twenty years ago. Ultimately, Jiang Xuening and Xie Wei join forces to uncover the truth of that incident and Jiang Xuening's love manages to change Xie Wei's heart, and they finally become a couple.
Episodes Recap
- 1-5
- 6-10
- 11-15
- 16-20
- 21-25
- 26-30
- 31-35
- 36-38
Episode 1 : Jiang Xue Ning was reborn at the age of eighteen.
Episode 2 : Jiang Xue Ning saved You Fang Yin.
Episode 3 : Jiang Xue Ning helped Shen Zhi Yi resolve her inner conflict.
Episode 4 : Jiang Xue Ning was chosen to be Shen Zhi Yi's companion reader.
Episode 5 : Jiang Xue Ning passed the cultural examination.
Episode 6 : Xie Wei's true identity.
Episode 7 : Jiang Xue Ning received Shen Zhi Yi's pity.
Episode 8 : The Secrets on the Jade Ruyi.
Episode 9 : Yan Lin discovered that the Xue family was keeping private soldiers.
Episode 10 : Jiang Xue Ning was framed.
Episode 11 : Zhang Zhe proved Jiang Xue Ning's innocence.
Episode 12 : The Xue family confronts the Yan family.
Episode 13 : Jiang Xue Ning teaches You Yue a lesson.
Episode 14 : Jiang Xuehui entered the palace as a companion.
Episode 15 : Xue Ye caused trouble during Yan Lin's crowning ceremony.
Episode 16 : The Yan family has been accused of treason.
Episode 17 : Xue Shu once again schemed against the female lead.
Episode 18 : Xie Wei killed Gong Yicheng.
Episode 19 : Jiang Xue Ning obtained the other half of Yan Mu's letter.
Episode 20 : Jiang Xue Ning was unexpectedly taken away by the rebel party.
Episode 21 : Feng Mingyu became suspicious of Zhang Zhe.
Episode 22 : Xie Wei wants to kill Zhang Zhe to silence him.
Episode 23 : Xie Wei and Zhang Zhe were negotiating.
Episode 24 : Xue Dingfei pretended to go to the capital to pay respects.
Episode 25 : Zhang Zhe's mother passed away.
Episode 26 : Shen Jie requested Jiang Xuehui to participate in the selection for the imperial consort.
Episode 27 : Xue Shu's clever scheme backfired.
Episode 28 : Jiang Xue Ning saves the princess opportunistically.
Episode 29 : Jiang Xue Ning was beaten by Xue Shu.
Episode 30 : Xie Wei wants to incite Xue Yuan to rebel.
Cast & Role

You Fang Yin
(Tang Meng Jia)

Jiang Xue Ning
(Bai Lu)

Xie Wei
(Zhang Ling He)

Zhang Zhe
(Wang Xing Yue)
Looking forward to all of Bai Lu's dramas. Can't wait for them to be released. Now, every day when I open my phone, I search for any news or videos related to Bai Lu. It's like I'm not interested in anyone else's dramas anymore.
I can't seem to get into any other TV shows.
Xie Wei liked Ning Er since their first lifetime, and it was a long time ago, when Ning Er broke his qin and saved him with her blood. Unfortunately, he was unaware of his feelings until Ning Er committed suicide in front of him.
I'm speechless. I haven't followed any TV series for so many years, and finally, when I decided to start watching one, you stood me up. If it weren't for the fact that the original work of "Kun Ning" is so good, I wouldn't be here waiting for you.
I finished reading this novel overnight this month, and I'm really afraid that this drama won't be released. The female lead has caused harm to at least four good men in her past life. Moreover, in the original work, although the royal family still exists, the position of the emperor is never filled.
At the beginning of the original story, the ministers were not accustomed to living without an emperor, but later they realized that the court could still function without an emperor. The character played by Liu Xie Ning, the eldest princess, has no intention of placing her own son on the throne, so the position of the emperor is essentially non-existent.
Actually, I feel that the female protagonist in "Kunning" and Bai Lu's temperament... completely doesn't match. I can't imagine how she would portray the character well. But! Our Bai Lu is so talented, she will definitely be able to play this role well!
Looking forward to it, can't wait!
In her past life, Jiang Xue Ning only sought refuge to protect herself! She never harmed anyone! In this new life, Jiang Xue Ning also only wants to live her own life anew!
Just finished reading the novel two months ago and was captivated by Xie Wei. He managed to break her self-restraint and bring her down from her "godly" pedestal.
I am looking forward to the drama adaptation created by all of you, hoping it captures the feeling I imagined for the main characters.
Please start airing soon, around May 20th. We believe in you. We really want to see Bai Lu. Bai Lu has natural acting skills and is also very beautiful. We really like her.
I feel that Xue Ning's love for Zhang Zhe is like the moonlight, pure and ethereal. Her love for Xie Wei is down-to-earth. Xie Wei is just a crazy match for the female lead. Although the female lead is not crazy, she is truly amazing.
She never indulges in self-pity and always strives to survive. When faced with uncomfortable situations, she confronts and resists without playing the victim. No matter how dire the circumstances, she never collapses. She never entertains thoughts of giving up.
I truly admire the resilience and strength that runs deep within the female lead. I hope the core essence of the female lead remains intact.
Oh my, do we have to wait until the pre-orders reach five million? The level of this drama isn't even at S+ yet. The more people anticipate it, the more cautious we should be.
Otherwise, it's really easy to be criticized and stepped on. Once a mistake is made, the mocking will be overwhelming. Come on, iQIYI, make the drama well and don't let everyone down.
It feels like this drama will be released soon. "Chang Yue Jin Ming" is ending in a few days, so it shouldn't be long before this drama continues. Production team, I hope you know what's good for you and continue it quickly.
When will it be aired? I really hope this drama doesn't get buried. If necessary, they should replace the actor for the third male lead. This is the first time I've been so excited for a drama.
If it gets buried, I'll be devastated.
If it's really due to technical reasons, it should be able to air soon. However, if it's for other reasons, it might not be broadcasted in the short term. But these other reasons have already been around for a long time, and the platform shouldn't just rely on luck and ignore the fans.
We've been waiting for so long, and we hope it will be aired as soon as possible.
Actually, I have a suggestion. Find someone whose back view resembles Zhou Junwei's and replace all his frontal shots with back view shots. If it's absolutely necessary to show his face, he can wear a mask and not reveal his identity.
I wonder if the production team can consider my suggestion.
The issue with the male lead is so significant that if they don't use AI face-swapping, it's unlikely the drama will be released. Once these issues arise in dramas like these, who knows how long it will take to resolve them. It could take an eternity.
All the main characters might face setbacks, just like the city of Chang'an. There seems to be no hope for its release.
Have you seen the success of "Chang Xiang Si" (the drama)? The novel adaptation is almost 100% faithful, and the storyline is emotionally captivating.
The actors' performances and looks are both excellent. There are no obvious flaws to be found. It's a good thing that you didn't encounter any disappointments.
It seems that the higher the fidelity to the original novel, the more attention it receives from book fans. With great acting skills and good looks, along with emotional depth, everyone is drawn into the story.
You can learn from this experience. Who would have expected Tencent to produce such a gem?
In this drama, the male lead Xie Wei is the legitimate husband of the female lead. The second male lead is the unrequited love interest of the female lead. The third male lead is the female lead's childhood friend.
The second female lead, being a princess, is the female lead's close friend. The third female lead considers the female lead as her benefactor in life. Based on the above, this drama can also be called the female lead's harem.
I hope the drama faithfully captures the essence of the original work. I really love how in the original, the bitter moments eventually turn into something fruitful.
Bring on that intense scene where they come to kill me. And that part where the male and female leads are trapped in a cave, let Jiang Xue Ning die with me right there.
It would directly amplify Xie Wei's character traits.
The ending of the novel is especially amusing. Xie Wei's son wants Zhang Zhe to be his teacher because he finds him very eloquent. Xie Wei, not pleased, secretly sabotages his son in the snowy field to make him stumble.
At first, the son thought it was just his own misstep. Then, after another fall, he realizes that his father is unhappy. Haha, he starts to flatter his father, hoping that he will teach him how to read.
Xie Wei's jealousy towards Zhang Zhe has been going on for quite some time.
When will it be aired???? I've been waiting for so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so so long.