Si Jin

Jiang Si wakes up after a brutal death and decides she won't accept the life that killed her. She breaks her engagement, outwits a vindictive aunt, and starts a perfumery that becomes a cover for digging into a string of suspicious crimes. As she pieces together clues, she crosses paths with Yu Jin, the man who betrayed her, and the two form an uneasy partnership to save her siblings and clear her father's reputation. Their alliance shifts from practical to personal as shared dangers force them to protect the dynasty's fragile peace, while Jiang Si reassesses love, loyalty, and what a second chance really means.

Directed by Wang Wei and Li Cai, the series was created by Dong Tian De Liu Ye and Li Wenting and premiered in 2025. The production blends historical sets with intimate, character-focused scenes, and the cast is led by Jing Tian, Zhang Wanyi, Guo Tao, Zhang Chi, and Xu Hao.

Critics and early viewers have praised the leads, especially Jing Tian's layered portrayal of a woman balancing vulnerability and resolve, and Zhang Wanyi's dual role adds tension. The show scores 7.8 out of 10 from a small pool of viewers, and reviews highlight the mix of mystery, court politics, and romance, alongside strong supporting turns and steady pacing. Themes include redemption, social reputation, and how power operates within family and state.

On social media the perfumery motif and period costumes sparked aesthetic appreciation, with fans sharing artwork and theories about character motives. The series has encouraged interest in historical drama that centers a female strategist, and its visual details, like fragrance-making scenes and courtroom confrontations, have become popular among viewers who enjoy story-driven mysteries set in an imperial backdrop.