在 Late 19th-century Jiangnan waterscapes, a extraordinary woman named Autumn Chrysanthemum blooms in the city of Shaoxing. Born to the esteemed magistrate of Fujian, Autumn's spirit is shaped by her father's love for country and people from an early age.
Defying feudal customs and yearning for gender equality, Autumn harbors a heart that beats for her nation and its peasants. With unparalleled martial prowess and a deep appreciation for literature, she strives to make a difference in the turbulent China of her time. Yet, her efforts prove futile as the decaying Qing dynasty signs treaty after treaty, humiliating China and reducing its once-mighty lands into plunder by foreign powers.
In this backdrop, Autumn Chrysanthemum (portrayed by Huang Yi) becomes a symbol of resistance and hope, using her martial skills to protect the weak and her intellect to challenge the status quo. However, will her courage be enough to save China from the grips of decay and restore its lost glory?
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