Lin Qing is a skilled non-litigation lawyer at the prestigious Huading Law Firm, known for her sharp tongue and professional competence. Despite her success, she harbors a deep-seated resentment toward Fu Sinian, the heir to the wealthy Fu Group, stemming from their high school years where he consistently outperformed her academically. Their families, the Lin and Fu clans, have been estranged for over a decade due to a failed business deal, adding a layer of familial hostility to their personal rivalry. The story begins at the Fu Group’s 40th-anniversary banquet, where Lin Qing attends alongside her colleague and close friend, Su Yi. During the event, Fu Sinian is seen dancing with his arranged fiancée, Song Shuyao, the daughter of a powerful business ally. Their upcoming engagement represents a strategic merger between two corporate giants.
Shortly after the banquet begins, Lin Qing experiences sudden dizziness and is led to a guest room by hotel staff. Inside Room 519, she is overpowered by a drugged Fu Sinian, who mistakenly believes she is Song Shuyao. The power in the hotel flickers and goes out, creating a chaotic backdrop for their forced intimacy. When the lights return, both realize the truth of their situation. Fu Sinian, suspecting a conspiracy, hides Lin Qing in the bathroom to avoid detection by Song Shuyao, who comes looking for him. After Song Shuyao leaves, Fu Sinian accuses Lin Qing of being part of the plot, but her angry denial convinces him of her innocence. In a moment of cold pragmatism, Lin Qing writes him a check for 2.5 million yuan, treating the encounter as a transactional service and insulting his prowess in the process. She then flees the scene, leaving Fu Sinian furious and humiliated.
The next morning, Lin Qing deals with the aftermath, including purchasing emergency contraception during a storm. Her day takes a chaotic turn when she assists Su Yi at a courthouse, where they face aggressive opposition from a divorce client’s family. Fu Sinian, passing by, anonymously calls the police to de-escalate the situation, an act Lin Qing discovers later. Meanwhile, Fu Sinian investigates the drugging incident, discovering a hidden camera and a suspicious temporary employee. He concludes that his uncle, Fu Yiwei, the chairman of Dongxin Company, orchestrated the event to sabotage the Fu-Song alliance and damage Fu Sinian’s reputation. In a decisive move, Fu Sinian breaks off his engagement with Song Shuyao, citing irreconcilable differences, though the true reason lies in the scandal he wishes to contain.
The narrative shifts as Fu Sinian approaches Huading Law Firm to handle the acquisition of Dongxin Company, his uncle’s failing business. He specifically requests Lin Qing to lead the legal team, recognizing her professional capability despite their personal history. Lin Qing is initially reluctant, torn between her pride and the lucrative nature of the project, which promises substantial legal fees. After persuasion from her mentor and colleague, she accepts the assignment. The story sets the stage for a complex professional relationship where Lin Qing must navigate the intricacies of the acquisition while uncovering the deeper conspiracies within the Fu family. The tension between her past grievances and present obligations drives the plot forward, promising a storyline filled with corporate intrigue, romantic complications, and personal growth.
| Date | Group | Release |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c32 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c31 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c30 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c29 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c28 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c27 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c26 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c25 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c24 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c23 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c22 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c21 |