Playing Ep 16

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Status:
Completed
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Ratings:
7.7/10
Country:
Hong Kong

Summary:

Fifteen years into the reign of a Qing Dynasty Emperor, a superficial peace reigns within the palace walls, while beneath the surface, a fierce battle brews among his consorts. With her beauty waning, the Emperor’s once favored consort grapples with anxiety as the palace prepares for the selection of new concubines, a process that happens once every three years. Amidst the political jostling and backstabbing, her position is challenged by a descendant of the imperial lineage, the adopted daughter of an influential eunuch, and a cunning servant who has long navigated the complex hierarchies within the palace.

Caught up in the rivalry and alliances that blur the lines between friendship and enmity, another narrative unfolds involving a highly respected imperial physician—who, while garnering the affections of several women within these walls, including a resolute courtesan, a woman of nobility, and his own desolate wife—finds himself enamored with the one woman who seems indifferent.

Parallel to this, a palace maid who eventually rises to the coveted position of the Emperor’s consort finds her heart entangled with a stoic imperial guard. Their relationship evolves as they navigate the treacherous waters of court life, where promotions in rank can relentlessly impose distance and challenge personal connections—a cold reality that they must confront with every step they take in the palace’s power-laden corridors.

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What people are saying

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    Overall 9

    Story 8Acting 9Music 8Rewatch Value 10

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    Overall 9

    Story 9Acting 9.5Music 9Rewatch Value 9

    This riveting tale presents a captivating narrative filled with intense drama. The characters, particularly one portrayed by a talented actress, exude desperation and intrigue throughout the series.

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