Feng Yuji returns to the Shen household disguised as her twin sister to seek revenge and uncover the truth behind a long-buried murder. As she gets close to Shen Tanqian, the wealthy merchant's son, their journey from mutual distrust to healing love reveals dark secrets.
A gripping period drama of mystery, revenge, and the power of sacrificial love that brings justice and a new era of civilization.
First Marriage is a compelling 24-episode drama series that weaves together mystery, romance, and historical intrigue. The story follows Feng Yuji, a woman living under an assumed name, who returns to the Shen household under the guise of her twin sister, the young mistress of the Shen family.
Driven by a desire for revenge for her sister, Feng Yuji carefully navigates the dangerous world of the wealthy Shen family. She gets close to Shen Tanqian, the son of a wealthy merchant, and begins investigating the truth behind a long-buried murder case. What starts as a mission of vengeance becomes a journey of discovery as she peels back layers of deception and corruption.
As Feng Yuji and Shen Tanqian work together, their relationship evolves from mutual distrust to open honesty. Despite the lies that brought them together, they find themselves healing each other's wounds and falling in love. With courage, wisdom, and the power of their sacrificial love, they bring the truth to light and ensure the true culprit faces justice.
The drama goes beyond personal revenge to tackle larger societal issues. As the truth unfolds, their combined efforts also work to eradicate the Shen family's opium trade with the Japanese, a dangerous enterprise that has poisoned their city. Their brave actions gradually end the city's opium addiction and help establish a new era of science and civilization.
This period drama showcases themes of justice, redemption, and the transformative power of love. It explores how two people, brought together by deception, can find truth and healing in each other while fighting against corruption and bringing about social change.