Treacherous Cases in Shendu

A slow-burning historical mystery that wraps you in intrigue and a bittersweet romance, with a constant undercurrent of danger.

Genres

Mystery

Starring

Wen Moyan, Cheng Yufeng, Wang Yanxin

Overview

Li Ya’er steps in to receive his father’s bride, but the wedding night turns horrific when the bride mysteriously burns to death and assassins leave him injured, amnesiac, and sold into slavery. As a buried conspiracy exposes his true identity, he becomes entangled in a turbulent master-servant romance that puts them on opposing sides. Together, they unravel the plot threatening the Tang dynasty and fight to protect both the realm and the fragile bond between them.

How it feels

Tense, romantic, dark and melancholic. Slow-burning and needs your attention.

About

Mystery, identity, betrayal, love

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore and sexual content. No swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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