Longing for You

This is the tragic story of Shen Anning. She was the emperor's cherished love, held in high regard, but was demoted to a low-ranking concubine after punishing his favorite consort, Ling He. When Ling He became pregnant, the emperor doted on her even more, leaving Shen Anning feeling abandoned. In the end, Shen Anning took her own life. Her soul wandered through the imperial palace, where she witnessed the intimate relationship between Ling He and the emperor.

After being reborn, Shen Anning decides to stop depending on the emperor and instead care for the crown prince. She forms a deep bond with him and eventually becomes empress. After losing Shen Anning, the emperor is consumed by regret and seeks to reunite with her, even offering up his own lifespan for another chance to see her. The story explores the complex ties between power, love, and betrayal. Reborn, Shen Anning chooses her own fate and ultimately finds freedom and happiness.