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Pursuit of Jade 2026

★ 8.1/10 · 74 votes Drama 1 seasons · 40 eps Ended

Created by Tuan Zi Lai Xi

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What is Pursuit of Jade?

Pursuit of Jade is a 2026 Chinese television series that blends romance and wartime drama. The story centers on Fan Changyu, a butcher’s daughter, and Xie Zheng, a disgraced nobleman seeking vengeance.

Type
TV series
Year
2026
Status
Ended
Episodes
40
Runtime
45 minutes
First aired
Mar 6, 2026
Last aired
Mar 26, 2026
Original language
ZH
Origin
CN
Networks
iQiyi, Tencent Video
Genres
Drama
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Pursuit of Jade is a 2026 Chinese television series that blends romance and wartime drama. The story centers on Fan Changyu, a butcher’s daughter, and Xie Zheng, a disgraced nobleman seeking vengeance. Initially entering a fake marriage for personal gain, the two gradually develop genuine feelings for each other. Their union is tested when war erupts, separating them as each pursues justice and truth in their own way. Fan Changyu takes up her butcher’s knife and joins the battlefield in search of her husband and purpose, while Xie Zheng fights to reclaim his honor and protect his homeland. Eventually reunited in battle, they stand together against overwhelming odds,坚守 their vows and uncover deeper truths about themselves and their world. Directed by Zeng Qingjie, the series stars Zhang Linghe and Tian Xiwei and is based on the web novel Zhu Yu by Tuan Zi Lai Xi. It premiered globally in 2026 on platforms including Tencent Video, iQIYI, and Netflix, where it achieved widespread international success. The show consists of 40 episodes and is rated TV-14.

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Should you watch it?

“A fake marriage between a butcher’s daughter and a fallen noble turns real amid war and revenge.”

# epic# romantic# intense# emotional# heroic
Reasons to watch
  • genuine character growth
  • battlefield romance with stakes
  • strong female lead with agency
Keep in mind
  • lengthy episode count may feel slow
  • some plotlines follow predictable tropes

you enjoy historical dramas with strong romantic and heroic elements.

suitable for teens and up, with moderate violence and emotional themes.

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Cast

Tian Xiwei Fan Changyu
Zhang Linghe Xie Zheng
Kong Xue'er Yu Qianqian
Deng Kai Qi Min
Cao Yanning Fan Changning
Liu Lin Mrs. Zhao
Li Dianzun Mr. Jin / Jin Yuanbao
Wu Yijia Man Wu
Sun Kai Man Cang
Kornchid Boonsathitpakdee Man Di
Li Qing Gongsun Yin
Yue Yang Mr. Zhao

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Frequently asked questions

Is the romance central to the plot?

Yes, the fake marriage turning into true love is a core storyline.

Does the female lead have agency?

Yes, Fan Changyu actively fights for justice and searches for her husband.

Is it based on a novel?

Yes, it is adapted from the web novel Zhu Yu by Tuan Zi Lai Xi.

How many episodes are there?

The series has 40 episodes.

Where can I watch it?

It is available to stream on Netflix.