The Song of the Crane in Huating

Crown Prince Xiao Dingquan lost his mother and sister at a young age and became distant from his father. His early experiences left him with an intense desire for familial affection, always wanting to hold onto the few loved ones he had. He both respected and feared his father, hoping for his approval while dreading the embarrassment of failure. Meanwhile, Prince Qi and his father-in-law, Minister Li Baizhou, repeatedly caused trouble, not only persecuting the few people Xiao Dingquan cherished but also deepening the rift between him and his father. The Crown Prince's teacher, Lu Shiyu, had hoped that the virtuous Lu Ying would become a strong support for the Crown Prince. Unexpectedly, fate led to an encounter between Lu Ying's daughter, Lu Wenxi, and the Crown Prince, resulting in a mutual lifelong commitment. After losing those close to him, Xiao Dingquan, deeply influenced by Lu Shiyu’s Confucian ideals, firmly fought against the principles of gentlemanly conduct and the schemes of villains. After her father and brothers faced disaster, Lu Wenxi transformed into a female official of the Eastern Palace, silently guarding Xiao Dingquan. She gradually helped him resolve the military horse case and the nursery rhyme case, ultimately vindicating her father and brothers while bringing the treacherous and corrupt to justice. Xiao Dingquan and Lu Wenxi's feelings deepened as they worked together. Two timid yet brave individuals fearlessly faced dangers and sacrifices, standing by each other for the peace of the state.