Title:"Not Sacrificing the Skirt, But Sacrificing the Beacon" | 不祭罗裙祭烽火 ML: Li Ruoxun | 李若洵 FL: Zhai Yi Ying | 翟一莹
[Prince Xuan] SML: Shan Si Jie | 单思杰 [Noble Consort Gao] SFL: Zhai Yi Qing | 翟一青
Synopsis
General Zong Yanli, who disguised herself as a man, was framed in her past life by Prince Xuan, leading to the total annihilation of her clan. Her loyal lieutenant, Wen Nian, died a tragic death while protecting her.
Now reborn, she maneuvers strategically, vowing to eliminate the treacherous officials. Yet, she cannot escape the unwavering, heartfelt devotion of Wen Nian. Together, they break through the conspiracies, stirring the winds of the imperial court to purge the corrupt. Ultimately, with the nation secured and the fires of war extinguished, she lets go of her past obsessions to spend her life with her beloved—remaining true to both her country and her heart. [Source:https://www.haixingduanju.com/duanju/info-7626791194101566526.html]
Title:"Not Sacrificing the Skirt, But Sacrificing the Beacon" | 不祭罗裙祭烽火 ML: Li Ruoxun | 李若洵 FL: Zhai Yi Ying | 翟一莹
[Prince Xuan] SML: Shan Si Jie | 单思杰 [Noble Consort Gao] SFL: Zhai Yi Qing | 翟一青
Synopsis
General Zong Yanli, who disguised herself as a man, was framed in her past life by Prince Xuan, leading to the total annihilation of her clan. Her loyal lieutenant, Wen Nian, died a tragic death while protecting her.
Now reborn, she maneuvers strategically, vowing to eliminate the treacherous officials. Yet, she cannot escape the unwavering, heartfelt devotion of Wen Nian. Together, they break through the conspiracies, stirring the winds of the imperial court to purge the corrupt. Ultimately, with the nation secured and the fires of war extinguished, she lets go of her past obsessions to spend her life with her beloved—remaining true to both her country and her heart. [Source:https://www.haixingduanju.com/duanju/info-7626791194101566526.html]
Title:"Younger brother spoils his wife in various ways every day"年下弟弟每天花式宠妻 ML: Wen Zhi Cheng | 闻至承 (cannot find on MDL) FL: Dong Yuan Ning | 董瑷宁 (Dong Aining | 董璦寧)
this was a 4 hour long angst filled harrowing story that I have not seen among cdramas for some time, mostly because…
yeah they really played into the do not mess in other familys drama etc, even if you knew what was happening/loved her. I really expected the ML to at least step in and stop when she was in the dungeon but it didnt happen... Q_Q
There seems to be a S2 and from the preview it looks to be more of the same, she stated she will never share her man but she gives in and seems the scheming SFL is there again.
Funny you should mention Scarlett Heart as i rewatched this the other week, luckily IU and BWS have a better relationship in their newest one rather than him being the scummy ex XD
Character Riddles have a long tradition and go back to ancient times where Chinese characters are used for their visual puns to create an entirely different meaning to what the riddle states at a glance.
In this context, it has been used as a form of literary mockery, where it seems beautiful or nature-focused on the surface but is actually a "hidden insult".
The Riddle functions as a puzzle where you mentally remove or rearrange parts of Chinese characters to reveal the hidden meaning, this specific one is attributed to Wu Zhaolin | 吳兆霖, a Qing Dynasty scholar/
1. "Birds fly from the shade" | 鳳來禾下鳥飛去 The Character: 禿 | Bald
To get the character above, we need to start with the character for Phoenix (鳳). If the "bird" (鳥) part "flies away" (is removed), you are left with the outer frame (几). When this frame is placed "under the grain" (禾), it forms the character 禿 (Bald).
2. "Grass dies by the reed" | 馬到蘆邊艸不生 The Character: 驢 | Donkey
In riddle, the character for Reed is 蘆. If the "grass" (艸/艹) "does not grow" (is removed), you are left with 盧. When the "horse" (馬) "arrives" (is added) to the side, it forms the character 驢 which is Donkey.
Combined, this forms the Chinese characters "禿驢" (Bald Donkey) which is a very derogatory/religious slur against Buddhists - hence why in the drama they were thrown out of the temple as the Head Monk was enraged.
Character Riddles have a long tradition and go back to ancient times where Chinese characters are used for their visual puns to create an entirely different meaning to what the riddle states at a glance.
In this context, it has been used as a form of literary mockery, where it seems beautiful or nature-focused on the surface but is actually a "hidden insult".
The Riddle functions as a puzzle where you mentally remove or rearrange parts of Chinese characters to reveal the hidden meaning, this specific one is attributed to Wu Zhaolin | 吳兆霖, a Qing Dynasty scholar/
1. "Birds fly from the shade" | 鳳來禾下鳥飛去 The Character: 禿 | Bald
To get the character above, we need to start with the character for Phoenix (鳳). If the "bird" (鳥) part "flies away" (is removed), you are left with the outer frame (几). When this frame is placed "under the grain" (禾), it forms the character 禿 (Bald).
2. "Grass dies by the reed" | 馬到蘆邊艸不生 The Character: 驢 | Donkey
In riddle, the character for Reed is 蘆. If the "grass" (艸/艹) "does not grow" (is removed), you are left with 盧. When the "horse" (馬) "arrives" (is added) to the side, it forms the character 驢 which is Donkey.
Combined, this forms the Chinese characters "禿驢" (Bald Donkey) which is a very derogatory/religious slur against Buddhists - hence why in the drama they were thrown out of the temple as the Head Monk was enraged.
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ML: Li Ruoxun | 李若洵
FL: Zhai Yi Ying | 翟一莹
[Prince Xuan] SML: Shan Si Jie | 单思杰
[Noble Consort Gao] SFL: Zhai Yi Qing | 翟一青
Synopsis
General Zong Yanli, who disguised herself as a man, was framed in her past life by Prince Xuan, leading to the total annihilation of her clan. Her loyal lieutenant, Wen Nian, died a tragic death while protecting her.
Now reborn, she maneuvers strategically, vowing to eliminate the treacherous officials. Yet, she cannot escape the unwavering, heartfelt devotion of Wen Nian. Together, they break through the conspiracies, stirring the winds of the imperial court to purge the corrupt. Ultimately, with the nation secured and the fires of war extinguished, she lets go of her past obsessions to spend her life with her beloved—remaining true to both her country and her heart.
[Source:https://www.haixingduanju.com/duanju/info-7626791194101566526.html]
ML: Li Ruoxun | 李若洵
FL: Zhai Yi Ying | 翟一莹
[Prince Xuan] SML: Shan Si Jie | 单思杰
[Noble Consort Gao] SFL: Zhai Yi Qing | 翟一青
Synopsis
General Zong Yanli, who disguised herself as a man, was framed in her past life by Prince Xuan, leading to the total annihilation of her clan. Her loyal lieutenant, Wen Nian, died a tragic death while protecting her.
Now reborn, she maneuvers strategically, vowing to eliminate the treacherous officials. Yet, she cannot escape the unwavering, heartfelt devotion of Wen Nian. Together, they break through the conspiracies, stirring the winds of the imperial court to purge the corrupt. Ultimately, with the nation secured and the fires of war extinguished, she lets go of her past obsessions to spend her life with her beloved—remaining true to both her country and her heart.
[Source:https://www.haixingduanju.com/duanju/info-7626791194101566526.html]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ud0qc3YcuA8 hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOYi2wkV9Ss hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-jSxOPQnQI raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1Xone9Jm6w hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJIOcqF1YAc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkgEVAPmNWM hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kmP_3nakD4 hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ud0qc3YcuA8 hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOYi2wkV9Ss hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-jSxOPQnQI raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1Xone9Jm6w hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJIOcqF1YAc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rkgEVAPmNWM hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kmP_3nakD4 hard subs
ML: Li Zeyu | 李泽宇
FL: Bai Xueru | 白雪茹
ML: Li Zeyu | 李泽宇
FL: Bai Xueru | 白雪茹
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zh9-xWqthR0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvaRGLfK7pE raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7GXXij2g54 raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJXNC_MbZSQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zh9-xWqthR0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvaRGLfK7pE raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7GXXij2g54 raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CJXNC_MbZSQ
ML: Zhang Han Wen | 張瀚文
FL: Li Zhao | 李钊
ML: Zhang Han Wen | 張瀚文
FL: Li Zhao | 李钊
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7coohQ1urhc hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M81HMnwhlqk hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BbYVH0DqeXk hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b54Aq2H2sPM hard subs
ML: Wan Lin Zhou | 万林洲 (cannot find on MDL)
FL: Yao Yuchen | 姚宇晨
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9gHkRQ00x80 raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jla5SfQMjKM hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jKCJBgQw14g
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LS83JuofLLU hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsrnyF9mud4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v1w8_-cn_yo hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xbjbm72Xx5E hard subs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofsnUzuK4Vw raw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ijegsyB-laQ
ML: Wen Zhi Cheng | 闻至承 (cannot find on MDL)
FL: Dong Yuan Ning | 董瑷宁 (Dong Aining | 董璦寧)
There seems to be a S2 and from the preview it looks to be more of the same, she stated she will never share her man but she gives in and seems the scheming SFL is there again.
Funny you should mention Scarlett Heart as i rewatched this the other week, luckily IU and BWS have a better relationship in their newest one rather than him being the scummy ex XD
In this context, it has been used as a form of literary mockery, where it seems beautiful or nature-focused on the surface but is actually a "hidden insult".
The Riddle functions as a puzzle where you mentally remove or rearrange parts of Chinese characters to reveal the hidden meaning, this specific one is attributed to Wu Zhaolin | 吳兆霖, a Qing Dynasty scholar/
1. "Birds fly from the shade" | 鳳來禾下鳥飛去
The Character: 禿 | Bald
To get the character above, we need to start with the character for Phoenix (鳳). If the "bird" (鳥) part "flies away" (is removed), you are left with the outer frame (几). When this frame is placed "under the grain" (禾), it forms the character 禿 (Bald).
2. "Grass dies by the reed" | 馬到蘆邊艸不生
The Character: 驢 | Donkey
In riddle, the character for Reed is 蘆. If the "grass" (艸/艹) "does not grow" (is removed), you are left with 盧. When the "horse" (馬) "arrives" (is added) to the side, it forms the character 驢 which is Donkey.
Combined, this forms the Chinese characters "禿驢" (Bald Donkey) which is a very derogatory/religious slur against Buddhists - hence why in the drama they were thrown out of the temple as the Head Monk was enraged.
In this context, it has been used as a form of literary mockery, where it seems beautiful or nature-focused on the surface but is actually a "hidden insult".
The Riddle functions as a puzzle where you mentally remove or rearrange parts of Chinese characters to reveal the hidden meaning, this specific one is attributed to Wu Zhaolin | 吳兆霖, a Qing Dynasty scholar/
1. "Birds fly from the shade" | 鳳來禾下鳥飛去
The Character: 禿 | Bald
To get the character above, we need to start with the character for Phoenix (鳳). If the "bird" (鳥) part "flies away" (is removed), you are left with the outer frame (几). When this frame is placed "under the grain" (禾), it forms the character 禿 (Bald).
2. "Grass dies by the reed" | 馬到蘆邊艸不生
The Character: 驢 | Donkey
In riddle, the character for Reed is 蘆. If the "grass" (艸/艹) "does not grow" (is removed), you are left with 盧. When the "horse" (馬) "arrives" (is added) to the side, it forms the character 驢 which is Donkey.
Combined, this forms the Chinese characters "禿驢" (Bald Donkey) which is a very derogatory/religious slur against Buddhists - hence why in the drama they were thrown out of the temple as the Head Monk was enraged.