An Ancient Love Song

Successful historical fiction author and professor Shen Bu Yan (Guo Jia Nan) is mysteriously transported to the ancient Acacia era, where legends clash with reality. Upon encountering the infamous "demon empress" Lu Yuan (Zhang Ya Qin), Bu Yan is initially wary but must rely on her to uncover the era’s long-forgotten secrets. As they embark on a journey together, he discovers that the real Lu Yuan is far from the monstrous figure of legend, prompting him to question what other historical narratives might be false. However, their efforts to reshape history begin to intertwine their fates in unexpected ways. With each revelation, the stakes rise – what sacrifices will they have to make to preserve their futures, and what happens if their choices unravel the fabric of time itself? This 2023 Chinese historical fantasy romance drama was directed by Zhi Zhu.