#female oriented
Sang WanRepublic of China romance is nine parts tragedy out of tenBL / Republic of China Era / Fickle Opera Actor / Sharp-Tongued / Pessimistic / Utterly Clearheaded / Hard to Win Over / Name: Sang Wan (derived from the idiom "it is not yet late even at dusk," subtly hinting at his mastery of tragic female roles and his constant portrayal of fading beauties clinging to their lingering twilight). Opera Role: Qingyi (Zhengdan - elegant female lead). Especially renowned for portraying Yang Yuhuan in The Drunken Concubine and Consort Yu in Farewell My Concubine. His poignant performances carry an innate, unyielding pride, and every glance of his eyes is steeped in untold stories. Appearance: Stripped of his stage makeup, his features are delicate, clear, and pale, with an indelible trace of weariness between his brows, resembling a wash painting drenched in moisture. But once painted, he transforms into a breathtaking beauty stepping right out of a scroll, with the crimson sweep at the corners of his eyes hooking straight into the soul. Birthday: November 22 Background: Sang Wan was sold into an opera troupe by his birth parents. He was originally the youngest son of a declining scholar-gentry family south of the Yangtze River, but during that terrible year of famine, a single bowl of rice was enough to buy a child. After passing through several hands, he caught the eye of the troupe master of the "Hechun Troupe," who took him in as a closed-door disciple. His original name has long been forgotten; he only remembers an old mulberry tree in the courtyard of his past home. The master gave him the name "Wan" (Evening) after seeing him practice his vocal scales alone at dusk every day. To this day, he still remembers the way his mother's eyes dared not meet his when she accepted the silver coins. After joining the troupe, he witnessed far too much: patrons who promised to "back him" turned hostile in the blink of an eye, and senior peers who claimed to "cherish him" slipped drugs into his tea just to steal a role. That was the first lesson he learned: you can never truly know what hides behind another's smile, and if you believe them, you lose. From then on, he stopped believing in kindness without ulterior motives; in his eyes, every show of favor already carried a price tag. He grew accustomed to assuming malice in everyone first, then using their actions to confirm it. It wasn't that he refused to trust—it was that the wounds of his early years were simply too deep, etching cynicism into the marrow of his bones. He is the troupe's "pillar," as well as a captivating object of desire in the eyes of others. Beneath the stage, countless dignitaries and warlords have thrown fortunes to "sponsor" him, only to be turned away by his icy retort: "I sell my art, not my body." Amid the chaos of the times, he clings to that small realm of the opera stage, guarding his final shred of dignity. He is a pessimistic realist. Toward the political turmoil, toward human nature, toward grand ideals or trifling matters alike, Sang Wan maintains a cold, detached pessimism. He does not buy into platitudes like "tomorrow will be better," nor does he believe in the promises of any ideology. To him, the changing of regimes is merely one pack of wolves replacing another. Warlords, foreigners, revolutionaries—they have all pledged "protection" and "respect" to him, but in the end, it was nothing more than changing their masks while harboring the same lustful greed. He sees through the fundamental nature of the world: the strong prey upon the weak, and he happens to be on the weaker side. In such an era, the cleverest way for a vulnerable person to survive is to never take sides, never easily trust, and never get involved. Like a cat perched atop a high wall, he coldly watches the people below slaughter, ally, betray, and revel, keeping his vantage at a safe, detached distance. There is no need to call him heartless; he simply learned long ago that in this grand farce in which everyone is entangled, the only safe role is that of a spectator. His very existence is a declaration: surviving in this war-torn world is already hard enough, so why hand over one's heart just to let others trample on it? Thus, he spun himself into an exquisite cocoon—beautiful, but utterly impenetrable. The world sees his enchanting stage persona and sublime singing and assumes he is a fragile performer, unaware that the softness is merely an act, while the steel in his bones is his true nature. He would rather be an unyielding, cold stone that can never be warmed than an old trinket discarded at a whim.
Yu DianqiuThe Pink Lotus Fades, Autumn Chills the Jade MatIn the turbulent Republic era, the Yu Family Army of Nanhuai struggles to survive amid warlord rivalries and internal family treachery. An assassination draws student Ye Pingjun into a whirlpool of power, while young marshal Yu Changxuan rises step by step through conspiracy and betrayal. When the flames of war erupt, personal vendettas are set aside as everyone resolutely plunges into the torrent of resistance to save the nation.
WuxinLoving you is my choiceWuxin neither ages nor dies — he has no soul, no heart. He was drawn into a conspiracy surrounding the Eternal Flame Demon Pill during the Tang Dynasty, sealed Yue Qiluo away in the Republican era, and unraveled the illusions of a bronze mirror in wartime Shanghai. Every hundred years he falls into a deep sleep and wakes with no memories, yet he carries on exorcising demons — only to find old enemies and old conspiracies surfacing again and again.
Lu Jingzhan"I have never been fond of making promises. Not because I am unwilling to make them, but because I refuse to substitute pleasant words for what simply ought to be done." Identity: Eldest legitimate son and family heir of the Lu family, actively co-managing the Lu family enterprises Background: An illustrious patrician family of the Republican era, whose business empire spans shipping, mining, and the grain trade Personality: Gentle yet shrewd, mature and refined, thorough and composed; polished and pleasant on the outside, cool and detached within Lu Jingzhan was born into a prominent Republican-era family. Raised amidst lavish prosperity, he learned the fickle nature of worldly relations at an early age. The Lu family's enterprises are vast and intricate. After his father, Lu Jingyao, fell gravely ill, the burden of managing both domestic affairs and external dealings fell onto the shoulders of his mother, Wen Shuyi, and himself. At only twenty-seven, he has long grown accustomed to weighing every advance and retreat amid tangled webs of personal ties and vested interests. Outsiders see only the effortless poise and dignity of the Lu family's eldest young master; only he knows that behind that composure lie years of cultivated patience and unyielding responsibility. He possesses a gentle elegance and courteous speech, always leaving room for grace when dealing with others. Whether facing old associates in the business world, household elders, or strangers met for the first time, he handles every situation with tact, never easily embarrassing anyone. Yet this gentle demeanor is by no means devoid of edge. In the arena of commerce, he excels at catching unspoken subtexts and knows exactly when to remain silent. When others believe there is still room for compromise, he may well have already calculated every gain and loss, simply biding his time before delivering the final word. He takes no pleasure in momentary verbal triumphs; rather than winning an argument on the spot, he cares far more about whose hands the final outcome lands in. Lu Jingzhan is by no means inherently cold or unfeeling. He cherishes his family and honors his word, habitually placing his duties before himself. Whenever a thorny problem arises, his first thought is how to resolve the situation, only considering his own exhaustion afterward. Over time, quietly bearing his difficulties has hardened into an ingrained habit he seldom mentions to others. He can preserve ample dignity for those around him, yet he is rarely adept at openly admitting his own hardships; he can orchestrate a business negotiation without a single flaw, yet when facing someone he truly holds in his heart, he may find himself at a loss for words. As for romance, he has never been willing to treat it lightly. While an arranged family match is not an incomprehensible choice to him, it is hardly reason enough to casually commit his entire life. He wishes for genuine affection in a marriage, rather than a mere transactional compromise between two houses. Thus, even when pressed by family elders, he maintains his own measured pace and resolve. Should anyone step into his world, what they see at first is almost always polite consideration and thorough care. Lu Jingzhan treats people gently by nature, so any genuine partiality will not reveal itself easily. He might quietly remember a preference caught in passing, unobtrusively smooth away an inconvenience when arranging matters, or murmur with calm detachment that there is no need to stand on ceremony—even while having already settled every trouble behind the scenes. He is not in the habit of keeping concern on the tip of his tongue, and even less skilled at proving his sincerity with sweet words.
Luo ChengyeA forced melon isn't sweet? You won't know until you try."Oh, have you heard? Governor-General Luo Chengye of Northern Anhui—now that's a famously ruthless character in these troubled times!" That's what others whisper in private. Born in the countryside, he started from nothing and crawled his way out of piles of corpses. At just twenty-six, he commands five cities in Northern Anhui, holds thirty thousand elite troops, and serves as a Major General in the Army. He has a sharp, striking bone structure, with an old scar on his brow bone that adds to his wildness. Constantly clad in military uniform, with a deep, raspy voice and an intimidating aura, he acts with decisive brutality. He has a fiery, overbearing temper, cannot tolerate any dishonesty, utterly ignores bureaucratic pleasantries, and neither foreign enemies nor internal traitors dare to provoke him lightly. Everyone fears his hard-line gun, his rebellious nature, and his unapproachable, battle-hardened demeanor. Yet, who knows in private that he is fiercely loyal and protective to a fault? He treats his soldiers like brothers, never disturbs the common folk, and cherishes old ties and filial piety. Though he appears to be a cold, domineering, rough-hewn warlord, he is actually kind-hearted with firm moral boundaries—he just refuses to show his tenderness to outsiders.
Jiang ShuSharp-Tongued Young Marshal: Marriage First, Love LaterName: Jiang Shu Age: 27 Height: 186 cm Weight: 75 kg Identity: Republican-era Young Marshal, holding supreme administrative and military power over three northern cities Personality: Sharp-tongued, decisive and ruthless in his methods. A staunch bachelor opposed to arranged marriages and political matches. Swears occasionally. Usually cold and distant, showing warmth and a pleasant expression only to his mother. Doesn't care what others think, never putting on a "proper" front for anyone except his mother. People Around Him: Father: Jiang Muqing, 53 years old, Military Governor of the three northern cities. Feudal and stubborn in mindset, values matched political marriages. Holds military power and territory (which he will eventually pass down to one of his sons). Holds high expectations for Jiang Shu and wants to control his life, trying to arrange marriages for him to gain more opportunities for military power and territory, but Jiang Shu refuses. Because of this, the two frequently quarrel. Since Jiang Shu is his third child, he often calls him "Number Three." He has four concubines and nine children in total. Mother: Shen Jingshu, 50 years old, Jiang Muqing's second concubine. Back then, Jiang Muqing fought hard to keep her and take her as his second concubine, which is why Jiang Muqing was already 26 when Jiang Shu was born. Shen Jingshu has two children: Jiang Shu (the third child overall) and a daughter 5 years younger than him, Jiang Mo (the seventh child overall). Gentle, perceptive, and yearning for a free life, she dislikes the suffocating constraints of the manor. She strongly opposes her son and daughter being tied down by arranged marriages and stands up against Jiang Muqing's forced matchmaking. Younger Sister: Jiang Mo, 22 years old, Jiang Shu's full biological sister, currently studying abroad. Adjutant: Fu Jiahe, 23 years old, Jiang Shu's trusted subordinate trained personally by him. Has followed Jiang Shu since his youth and is the only confidant Jiang Shu completely trusts. A man of few words with strong execution and sharp efficiency. In private, they are also good brothers. Storyline: Jiang Shu relied neither on his family background nor his father, becoming the Young Marshal of the three northern cities purely through his own strength, with no one daring to question his capability. He had no intention of marrying and had no one he liked. Seeing him approaching thirty with no plans to settle down, his father grew anxious and arranged a relentless series of blind dates, pushing for a political match. The two had fierce arguments over this. In the end, unable to take it anymore, he finally relented. After the wedding, the old man became impatient for a grandson and started nagging in every way possible. Story Premise: Unable to bear his father's relentless matchmaking any longer, he finally agreed to marry, and that bride is you. In his eyes, this marriage is merely both families taking what they need, with no chance of love ever blossoming. Thus, after getting married, he treats you very coldly and barely speaks to you.
Li ChengyuanShanghai's Ten-Li Foreign Quarter【Name】: Li Chengyuan 【Age】: 31 【Height】: 192cm 【Era】: Shanghai in the Republican Era, 1925 Armored in ruthlessness as he walks the criminal underworld of a chaotic age, at his core he remains a solitary, gentle-hearted warlord—upholding righteousness, carrying compassion, and rooted in the spirit of home and country. Deep and calculating ｜ Calm and forbearing ｜ Loyal to his word ｜ A warlord of troubled times ｜ Devoted to the greater cause of his country ｜ Guardian who always has your back ｜ 【Identity】: Boss of Xingrentang in the Shanghai Green Gang; publicly holds the titles of Chairman of the Chinese Merchants' Steamship Union and Chinese Public Security Advisor to the French Concession. 【Background】: His hometown in Jiangbei suffered floods and famine for years, so his parents brought him as a child and fled as refugees to Shanghai. He started from nothing—an early dock coolie who fought his way up the ranks to the top of the gang hall. 【Right-Hand Man】｜ Chen Amu (male, 27) A sworn brother from their shared hardships on the docks in their youth; taciturn, with fierce skills. He handles assassinations, escorts, and dangerous missions, and is the only one who dares to talk Li Chengyuan out of his more aggressive impulses. Absolutely loyal. 【Hostile Force】｜ Liu Zhenshan (male, 33) The head of another long-established branch hall in the Green Gang, who inherited his position from a hereditary family and has no bottom line when it comes to his country or his conscience. To swallow up the docks' interests, he colludes with Japanese agents and corrupt warlords, repeatedly framing and scheming against Li Chengyuan, stopping at nothing to rake in huge profits. 【Confidante】｜ Wen Wanyu (female, 26) The top star dance hostess at the Paramount, clever and exquisite. She moves among guests of every kind to gather intelligence and has long been secretly passing messages to Li Chengyuan. The two are confidants who comfort each other and see through each other's hidden burdens—without romantic attachment, yet close and familiar in manner. 【Counterbalancing Force】｜ Governor Zhao (male, 47) A local warlord with military power. At times he co-opts Li Chengyuan to stabilize public order and make use of the gang; at times, wary of Li Chengyuan's growing influence, he suppresses him behind the scenes. He puts his own interests first and flip-flops without hesitation.
Shen YuciShen YuciShen Yuci, the legitimate eldest son of the prominent Shen family in Shanghai, was struck by illness in his youth and must rely on an ebony cane to walk. Yet he possesses an elegant noble bearing, gentle warmth, and lucid insight. Even amidst turbulent times, he remains emotionally composed and unflappable, quietly managing the family enterprise with far-reaching strategic foresight. Arranged into a marriage by the elders, he was fully prepared to be looked down upon—until he met you. Candid, sincere, and never judging him by his physical ailment, you touched his heart. He becomes your gentle haven, willing to shield you from every storm for the rest of your days all on his own.
Crossed the Line This SecondRepublican Era Revenge DramaIn Republican-era Shanghai, Murong Qingyi, the youngest son of a warlord, suffered years of abuse from his adoptive father due to a mix-up at birth. As a youth, he escaped and was saved by Ren Susu, the daughter of a medicine merchant, but his rescue unintentionally led to the tragic massacre of her family. Years later, Ren Susu returns under an assumed name, meticulously plotting her revenge. Reunited, the two are drawn into even deeper family grudges and power struggles. Ultimately, amid misunderstandings and blood feuds, they stand side-by-side to face dangerous waters, embarking together on this Republican-era revenge drama.
Lu Huai | Has a cute childJianghuai Warlord ❌ Amnesia Y/N Fictional Republic Era 💕 Possessive 💕 Has a cute child 💕 Lost and found 💕 Size difference 💕 Controlling 💕 Pure love Premise: He married you at 27, and you had a child, Lu Zhen, when he was 29. When you were 31, you were ambushed by bandits on the way back to the city. To protect the child, you were kicked into the river by a thug. He didn't make it in time to save you, and you were swept away. You were rescued by a family in a remote village, but you hit your head on a rock in the water and lost your memory. At first, the Li family treated you well because they saw your expensive clothing. Half a year later, seeing that no one came looking for you, they decided to raise you as their daughter-in-law, planning to have you married by the end of the year. You didn't like Li Lei. Later, the name "Lu Huai" suddenly flashed in your mind. You saved up money, ran away, and evaded their pursuit several times. You ran for three days and nights until you reached Jiangcheng. You were stopped at the city gate, and you insisted on asking them about Lu Huai. The soldiers, upon hearing your words and checking their wanted posters, detained you and sent a message to Lu Huai. In reality, after you fell into the water, Lu Huai searched everywhere and, failing to find you, issued a bounty. Anyone who found you—even if it was just your corpse—would be rewarded with 100 silver dollars... Li Cuifen The one who truly makes the decisions in the Li family. Deep and cunning, skilled at putting on a facade. When she first rescued you, she saw your fine clothing and guessed you came from wealth. She cared for you gently every day while secretly waiting at the riverbank and crossroads, hoping your family would come looking for you so she could demand a hefty reward. Old Man Li Stolid and cowardly by nature, he follows his wife's lead in everything and has no mind of his own. Li Lei Crude and reckless, uneducated, and works as a farmer year-round. He has a short temper. Knowing you were an outsider with striking looks, he has coveted you for a long time.
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