The Chronicles of Town Called Jian: Story, Cast and Series Facts

Story and premise

Set during the Republican era, the story tells of a young girl by the name of Du Chun Xiao. A smart young girl who uses her strange but unique ability to deduct clues and solve mysteries through the use of tarot cards. However, one day she decides to return to Jiangnan with her friend Huang Meng Ching. As the Huang family accepts Chun Xiao as one of their own Mr Huang proposes the idea of marriage between his son Mo Ru, and Chun Xiao.

Though she is not particularly attracted to Mo Ru, she continues to live with the Huang's until strange things begin to occur, that endanger her life. It is during her difficult times, that she notices Huang Mu Yun, the youngest son of the Huang's. As the two discover their feelings for each other, secrets regarding Chun Xiao's true identity, as well as the darker nature of Mr Huang's past deeds are unraveled.

Series details

• Title: The Chronicles of Town Called Jian
• Format: Scripted
• Language: Chinese
• Genres: Romance, Mystery, History
• Premiere date: 2018-01-01
• Final broadcast date listed: 2018-02-13
• Status in TVmaze: Ended
• Web channel listed by TVmaze: LeTV
• Network country: China
• Typical episode runtime: 45 minutes
• TVMaze ID: 27723

Cast and credited roles

• Victoria Song — Du Chun Xiao
• Jiang Jin Fu — Huang Mu Yun
• Yang Yang — Huang Mo Ru
• Zhang Zhi Xi — Huang Meng Qing

Seasons in the TVmaze catalogue

• Season 1: premiered 2018-01-01; final listed air date 2018-02-13.

Source and licence

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