The Secret History of the Crown Prince

Plot Synopsis

The story took place during the reign of Emperor Kangxi in the Qing Dynasty. Due to the uprisings of the Three Feudatories, with internal and external troubles, the regime of the Qing court was in danger. Thirty years later, Yinreng, the Seventh Prince, was carefully cultivated by Emperor Kangxi to become the crown prince. Although the father and son often had disputes over current politics, in Kangxi's heart, he was still the undisputed heir. Those who were eager to covet the throne were the First Prince, the Fourth Prince, and the Eighth Prince. Each of them had powerful and highly placed supporters by their side. Around Yinreng, there was always an undercurrent of cutthroat competition. Zhu Cihuan, the prince of the former Ming Dynasty, was reported by Mu Tianyan. The Fourth Prince betrayed his female confidant for the sake of interests. One tragic incident after another of plotting for the throne was constantly being staged. Finally, the long-accumulated grudges between Emperor Kangxi and Yinreng erupte