I just started watching this series that’s pretty different from the usual C-dramas I check out, and I ended up getting hooked. It’s about Yang Xing, the daughter of a concubine, who’s really good at investigating stuff. She works as a clerk in the Ministry of Justice, and everything gets crazy when her third sister runs off with her lover, leaving an arranged marriage with Shen Du, the head of the imperial guard. To save her family from the Empress Dowager’s wrath, Yang Xing steps in and marries Shen Du instead.

At first, their relationship is super rocky, especially because Yang Xing has to spy on her husband due to some threats. But as they work together to solve different cases, they start to develop feelings for each other.

The storyline is interesting, but sometimes it drags a bit. The investigation scenes should be the best part, but they can be really uneven—some are exciting while others fall flat, which makes the pacing feel slow. That said, the chemistry between the leads is definitely a highlight and kept me invested.

Ding Yuxi plays Shen Du as this cold guy with a dark past, and Deng Enxi as Yang Xing is lively and driven, even if her stubbornness sometimes gets her in trouble. I was impressed by Ding Yuxi’s acting, especially in the emotional scenes. And Deng Enxi, being just 19, did a great job showing her character's feelings, especially with her expressive eyes.

The chemistry between them is really good, and you hardly notice the 10-year age gap, which makes the show more fun to watch.

Overall, even though the series has some pacing issues and the investigation scenes can be hit or miss, the strong performances and great chemistry between the leads make it worth checking out. There are definitely moments where the plot feels slow, but the interesting characters keep you engaged.