Series synopsis
Pursuit of Jade is a Chinese drama television series that premiered on iQiyi on March 6, 2026. It ended on March 26, 2026. It was created by Tuan Zi Lai Xi. It stars Tian Xiwei, Zhang Linghe, Kong Xue'er and Deng Kai.
This drama follows Fan Changyu, a butcher’s daughter, and Xie Zheng, a fallen noble seeking revenge. Their fake marriage turns into true love, but war tears them apart. Determined, Fan Changyu wields her butcher’s knife on the battlefield, searching for justice and her husband. Meanwhile, Xie Zheng reclaims his title, fighting to protect his country and love. Reunited in battle, they stand together, defying fate, uncovering the truth, and returning home without forgetting their vows.
Premise
This drama follows Fan Changyu, a butcher’s daughter, and Xie Zheng, a fallen noble seeking revenge. Their fake marriage turns into true love, but war tears them apart. Determined, Fan Changyu wields her butcher’s knife on the battlefield, searching for justice and her husband. Meanwhile, Xie Zheng reclaims his title, fighting to protect his country and love. Reunited in battle, they stand together, defying fate, uncovering the truth, and returning home without forgetting their vows.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Tian Xiwei as Fan Changyu
- Zhang Linghe as Xie Zheng
- Kong Xue'er as Yu Qianqian
- Deng Kai as Qi Min
Guest cast
- Cao Yanning as Fan Changning
- Ning Xiaohua as Guo Dali
- Pang Jing as Shopkeeper Luo
- Fu Miao as Song Mu
- Zhu Zanjin as Song Yan
- Martine Ma as Lady Zhuang
- Gao Yuqing as Fan Daniu
- Du Chun as Mr. Wang
- Xiao Lu
- Guan Yunpeng as Qi Sheng
- Li Dianzun as Mr. Jin / Jin Yuanbao
- Wu Yijia as Man Wu
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 40 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 40 | March 6, 2026 | March 26, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Episode 1 Fan Changyu rescues Xie Zheng in the snow and evades the soldiers searching for him. In the turmoil, their fates become closely entwined. |
March 6, 2026 |
| 2 |
Episode 2 Fan Changyu reopens the family pork shop and displays an unusual talent for business. To save her home, she asks Xie Zheng to marry into the family. |
March 6, 2026 |
| 3 |
Episode 3 Fan Changyu and Xie Zheng face a crisis, stirring Zheng's emotions. Meanwhile, Qi Shu wistfully recalls playing chess with a mysterious figure. |
March 6, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | iQiyi |
|---|---|
| First aired | March 6, 2026 |
| Last aired | March 26, 2026 |
| Runtime | 45 minutes |
| Status | Ended |