Yang Shengmeng

Judge Dee investigates a conspiracy involving a dangerous elixir and supernatural chaos, ultimately exposing a rebel general who used the elixir as a pretext for plotting a military coup against the Empress Wu Zetian.

Assigned to investigate various regions in Jiangnan, Detective Di Renjie becomes entangled in the mysterious disappearance of a young girl in Lin'an City. His inquiry uncovers connections to a local cult rife with debauchery and a web of intricate, puzzling clues. As a sinister monk's presence looms, Di Renjie uses his remarkable intellect to unravel the complexities of the case, inching closer to the truth in a thrilling clash between justice and evil.

Set in the Republican era, a string of bizarre murders plunges the town of Taiping into fear and panic. Whispers among the locals blame vengeful spirits seeking lives. But psychic detective Qin Mu, together with a young shamaness, uncovers a very human truth behind the legends—the elusive figure known as Golden Swallow. Drawing on sharp investigative instincts and exceptional analytical skills, they unravel the mystery behind Taiping’s gruesome killings, expose a tragic case buried five years earlier, and restore justice and peace to the troubled town.