Rescued from the brink of death a decade ago, Meng Tinghui has transformed from a nameless survivor into the Daping Dynasty’s first female scholar to enter the prestigious Hanlin Academy. Known for her sharp wit and cunning nature, she has spent years navigating the treacherous waters of the imperial court. While her peers see only a ruthless official, she harbors a secret devotion to the man who saved her – Emperor Ying Gua. Tinghui is intent on helping Ying Gua become the greatest ruler in history, no matter what it takes. But amidst the power struggles and political schemes, Meng Tinghui remains blind to the one truth that could change everything: the Emperor’s heart has belonged to her all along.

Royal Betrothal (2026)

★ 8.4/10 July 28, 2026 1 season

Drama

Rescued from the brink of death a decade ago, Meng Tinghui has transformed from a nameless survivor into the Daping Dynasty’s first female scholar to enter the prestigious Hanlin Academy. Known for her sharp wit and cunning nature, she has spent years navigating the treacherous waters of the imperial court. While her peers see only a ruthless official, she harbors a secret devotion to the man who saved her – Emperor Ying Gua. Tinghui is intent on helping Ying Gua become the greatest ruler in history, no matter what it takes. But amidst the power struggles and political schemes, Meng Tinghui remains blind to the one truth that could change everything: the Emperor’s heart has belonged to her all along.

Cast

Wu Jinyan Meng Tinghui Chen Zheyuan Ying Gua Liang Yongqi Yin Qing Zhao Zhaoyi Yan Fuzhi Zhang Nan Shen Zhili Dylan Kuo Gu Qin Huang Zuxin Di Nian Song Qi Huang Bo

User Reviews (1)

Elyas August 13, 2026

★ 2/10

Great watch, last episodes are shambles, half of the character are dead, sloppy ending they could do it more creatively, but they failed.