Chronicle of Life: Season 1

In the opulent palace of the Kangxi Emperor, a young woman named Linlang finds herself trapped in a web of love, loyalty, and betrayal. Raised by a noble family after witnessing the slaughter of her own, Linlang (Zheng Shuang) has grown up alongside her cousin, Nalan Rongruo (Vin Zhang), with whom she shares a deep bond. But when Rongruo's father, fearing her true identity would bring trouble, secretly sends her to the palace to become a maid, Linlang's life takes a dramatic turn. As she navigates the treacherous palace politics, Linlang finds herself caught between the emperor himself, who is determined to win her heart, and Rongruo, who has always been by her side. But when the emperor discovers that Linlang is the cousin Rongruo has been searching for, he decides to let the two lovers be reunited, unaware of the deeper secrets that bind them together. As Linlang and Kangxi (Hawick Lau) become entangled in a complicated web of love and revenge, they must confront the dark past that threatens to tear them apart. Will Linlang find a way to avenge her family's death, or will she succumb to the emperor's charms? Can Kangxi reconcile his love for Linlang with his duty as a ruler, or will their love ultimately lead to tragedy? "Chronicle of Life" is a sweeping drama that explores the complexities of power, loyalty, and love in the royal court of 18th century China. With its intricate plot, memorable characters, and historical backdrop, this series will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

You can stream Chronicle of Life on: Rakuten VIKI

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