Failed exam, dumped, drowned, and now he's solving 20-year-old murders in ancient China. Mondays, am I right?
Season 1 • Episode 1
LatestZhang Xiaoming failed in the college entrance examination and broke up with his girlfriend. Then he accidentally fell into the water and traveled to ancient times, became a servant in a county government. The small county town is full of undercurrent. With Xiaoming's investigation, he found that the relationships here is complicated. Finally, a secret that has been sealed for 20 years was revealed.
Writing
Tight micro-episodes that actually advance a real mystery.
Acting
Kai Song nails the 'modern guy in ancient hell' exasperation.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The county yamen setting taps into China's long tradition of grassroots detective stories, from Judge Dee to modern web novels.
The 5-minute format mirrors China's booming 'short drama' market, designed for subway commutes and vertical phone screens.
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