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The Story of Ming Lan Episode 1

9.2/10 from 12 users
Dec 25, 2018
In this episode we are introduced to the Sheng family. Their personalities emerge and are showcased through the major event of an Engagement Ceremony. We see that the family is not… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 2

9.5/10 from 10 users
Dec 25, 2018
Sheng Chang Bai and Zhong Huai are ambushed while on a boat cruise. Sheng Hong visits Ming Lan's mother, where Ming Lan reveals they are being treated unfairly. Their servant Xiao… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 3

9.8/10 from 11 users
Dec 26, 2018
It becomes clear Zhong Huai/Gu Ting Ye was ambushed to prevent him from rightfully inheriting his maternal grandfather's business and provides evidence as such. Ming Lan's mother suddenly… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 4

9.6/10 from 9 users
Dec 26, 2018
Knowing the situation at the magistrate's house, Ming Lan's aunt tries to take her away, but her father refuses. Grandmother Sheng insists on raising Ming Lan. Sheng Hong decides to… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 5

9.6/10 from 8 users
Dec 27, 2018
The Emperor's son has passed away and his ministers are urging him to name a new heir. The Sheng children grow up and study with Yuan children. Many years have passed and the grown… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 6

9.4/10 from 9 users
Dec 27, 2018
Yuan Ruo notices that the items he gifted Ming Lan were re-gifted to her older sisters, Mo Lan and Ru Lan. Through her maid, Ming Lan tries to explain her actions to Yuan Ruo, but… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 7

9.4/10 from 8 users
Dec 28, 2018
Ting Ye prepares for the arrival of his nanny, but his father forbids it and discovers Ting Ye has a mistress. Ting Ye's punishment is postponed until after the Imperial Exams. Ru… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 8

9.4/10 from 8 users
Dec 28, 2018
Ting Yu's servant follows Ting Ye to find out where his mistress lives, but Ting Ye figures it out. Ting Ye's nanny arrives and he learns about the history of his mom and the Gu clan.… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 9

8.6/10 from 10 users
Dec 29, 2018
Out of jealously, Madam Lin persuades Sheng Hong to include Mo Lan in Nanny Kong's classes. Though Mo Lan is included, Nanny Kong is not swayed by her flattering remarks and believes… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 10

9.0/10 from 11 users
Dec 30, 2018
Mo Lan tries to monopolize Nanny Kong's teaching time so the other sisters don't benefit. Angry, Ru Lan starts an argument with her when Nanny Kong steps out. All three sisters are… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 11

9.3/10 from 9 users
Jan 01, 2019
Each of the three sisters and their families react differently to Nanny Kong's punishment. As Nanny Kong bids farewell, the sisters resume their studies with Scholar Zhuang. An interesting… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 12

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 01, 2019
The families escort their sons to take the three day Imperial Examination. On a cold night, Ming Lan wonders if Qi Heng is using the leg warmers she gave him, while Qi Heng is thinking… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 13

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 02, 2019
Ting Ye suspects his older brother for getting him into trouble with the Emperor and hence removed from the top tier list of the Imperial Exam. He realizes he can no longer rely on… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 14

9.5/10 from 9 users
Jan 02, 2019
Big Madam catches Madam Lin in the midst of selling her shops and lands to a landlord, thinking that she was having an affair instead. Big Madam uses this opportunity to punish Madam… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 15

9.2/10 from 7 users
Jan 03, 2019
Because of the side deals Big Madam and Madam Lin were doing behind Sheng Hong's back, Grandmother Sheng was able to persuade Sheng Hong to have Ming Lan act as the steward for the… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 16

9.8/10 from 8 users
Jan 03, 2019
The Sheng family attends a polo match held by Countess Yong Chang. Ming Lan meets her dear friend Yan Ran who realizes one of the Polo prizes is her mom's golden hairpin. Yan Ran fights… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 17

9.5/10 from 6 users
Jan 04, 2019
Qi Heng approaches Ming Lan to not only reveal his affections for her, but to also get her to reveal her affections for him. However, Ming Lan understands the gap in their status and… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 18

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 05, 2019
Yan Ran has concerns with Ting Ye, approaching Ming Lan for guidance. Ting Ye has a heart to hear with Scholar Yu and is slowly able to convince him that he is good marriage material… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 19

9.3/10 from 8 users
Jan 06, 2019
Man Niang again meddles in Ting Ye's betrothal plans, but this time it leads to dire circumstances for Ting Ye. He suffers great loss and discovers the true mastermind for his current… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 20

9.6/10 from 8 users
Jan 06, 2019
Nanny Chang discovers the truth about Man Niang and pleads with Ting Ye to investigate. Ting Ye realizes he's been taken advantage of all these years and confronts Man Niang. Desperate,… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 21

9.3/10 from 7 users
Jan 07, 2019
Tian Ye leaves the capital in search of Man Niang and his son. He encounters the Imperial Army being attacked and helps them out. Qi Heng pleads with his mother and father to approve… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 22

9.7/10 from 8 users
Jan 07, 2019
On the day of Chang Bai's wedding, Princess Ping Ning meets all the Sheng sisters and gives them a big surprise. Grandmother Sheng decides to take Ming Lan back to Youyang for a wedding,… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 23

9.6/10 from 8 users
Jan 08, 2019
The bandits attack the Sheng boat and Ming Lan struggles to survive. Luckily, Ting Ye is in the area searching for his son and is able to rescue Ming Lan and the Sheng household. Ming… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 24

9.1/10 from 7 users
Jan 08, 2019
Ting Ye saves the fort from a bandit attack, but does not get credit from the General. Ming Lan's cousin is in a difficult marriage with the Sun family. She helps her find a way out… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 25

9.3/10 from 8 users
Jan 09, 2019
Ming Lan, Pin Lan, and Hong Wen rush back to the Sheng Manor with a document to help Shu Lan get an amicable separation from the toxic Xiu Cai and his mother. The elder grandmother… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 26

9.3/10 from 7 users
Jan 09, 2019
Ming Lan hears from Mrs. Wu that the Qi household has been in turmoil due to Qi Heng's dedication to Ming Lan. Mrs. Wu subtly insinuates that Ming Lan is more than welcome into her… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 27

9.3/10 from 7 users
Jan 10, 2019
Ming Lan questions her father about her mother and realizes he has never loved her. Qi Heng tries to meet with Ming Lan at the Gu banquet, but his mother chances upon their interaction… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 28

9.3/10 from 8 users
Jan 10, 2019
Qi Heng seeks out Consort Rong for the disappearance of his father. He is forced to make a decision with significant ramifications. Ting Ye provides him with another option that he's… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 29

9.3/10 from 7 users
Jan 11, 2019
Hong Wen visits Ming Lan, bringing her fish from Youyang to help with her sickness. Ming Lan visits with her aunt and encounters Countess Wu who is eager to have her meet her son Liang… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 30

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 12, 2019
Ming Lan is clearly favoured by Countess Wu, inciting jealousy and anger in Mo Lan. In the heat of the moment, Mo Lan injures Ming Lan and is punished for her actions. Meanwhile, Hong… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 31

9.1/10 from 7 users
Jan 13, 2019
As Sheng Hong brings scholars home to meet Mo Lan, Ru Lan encounters Wen Yang Jing for the first time. Madam Lin tries to persuade Sheng Hong that Mo Lan should marry someone with… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 32

9.6/10 from 7 users
Jan 13, 2019
Mo Lan continues her rendezvous with Liang Han and is caught by Sheng Hong. She is punished, but to save the Sheng ladies from being disgraced by her illicit actions, Big Madam tries… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 33

9.7/10 from 9 users
Jan 14, 2019
Grandmother Sheng convinces Liang house to take Mo Lan as Liang Han's first wife. Though Madam Lin and Mo Lan are triumphant, Sheng Hong realizes his past mistakes and no longer has… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 34

9.6/10 from 9 users
Jan 14, 2019
Ting Ye is successful in his military battles and is promoted, however, his close friend's father, Zhao Zong Quan is suddenly being targeted for assassination. They head to the capital… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 35

9.8/10 from 8 users
Jan 15, 2019
While escaping the palace, Ming Lan runs into a maid with the emperor's decree. Hunted, Ming Lan finds her way out of the city. Ting Ye comes to her rescue and continues to the palace… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 36

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 15, 2019
Qi Heng still has Ming Lan in his heart, while things are progressing between Ming Lan and Hong Wen. However, an unexpected visitor suddenly derails their betrothal plans. Ting Ye… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 37

9.5/10 from 7 users
Jan 16, 2019
Ming Lan and Ru Lan become closer as Ru Lan reveals she has affections for Wen Yan Jing, who she has been meeting secretly. The betrothal between Ming Lan and Hong Wen is on shaky… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 38

9.9/10 from 8 users
Jan 16, 2019
Gu Ting Ye mentions his interest in the legitimate daughter of Sheng House. Rulan gives up and decides to marry Gu Ting Ye and secretly goes to meet Wen Yan Jing to say goodbye but… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 39

9.8/10 from 8 users
Jan 17, 2019
Minglan scolds Gu Ting Ye and leaves in a huff. Qi Heng confronts Gu Ting Ye about the marriage who goes to Sheng manor and is refused entry. Gu Ting Ye tells his family about his… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 40

10.0/10 from 10 users
Jan 17, 2019
Old Madam Sheng counts Minglan dowry and says goodbye. The marriage ceremony begins with the procession to Sheng manor to fetch the bride. As Gu Ting Ye entertains the guest, Rong’er… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 41

9.9/10 from 7 users
Jan 18, 2019
Ming Lan experiences her first battle with the Gu house madams, but she is able to maneuver deftly. Though upset with Ting Ye for not protecting her, she realizes the trust he places… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 42

10.0/10 from 7 users
Jan 19, 2019
Grandmother Sheng is especially happy to see Ming Lan, however, Big Madam's sister, Auntie Kang begins to incite some trouble. Ming Lan is lectured by her father for flouting her new… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 43

9.7/10 from 6 users
Jan 20, 2019
The servants from the Gu house are causing trouble for Ming Lan, but she knows that action must be well-planned. Rumours swirl about how unfilial and rash Ming Lan and Ting Ye are… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 44

9.7/10 from 6 users
Jan 20, 2019
Ming Lan's plans to address the Gu house servants kick into action. Madam Gu is furious but is consoled by the remaining maidservants whose goals are to become Ting Ye's concubines.… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 45

9.3/10 from 6 users
Jan 21, 2019
Ming Lan visits two farmsteads and she is able to outmaneuver the managers in the first farmstead. The managers of the second farmstead give her a harder time because they are tied… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 46

9.1/10 from 5 users
Jan 21, 2019
Accompanied by General Sheng's sister, the Empress's sister-in-law, Sheng Minglan enters the court to meet the Empress. They are intercepted by the head eunuch of Empress Dowager and… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 47

9.3/10 from 6 users
Jan 22, 2019
The fourth and fifth Gu houses continue to pressure Ming Lan for help with their sons, even trying to threaten her with her past engagement with Hong Wen. He Zhen finds the dolls Qi… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 48

9.1/10 from 6 users
Jan 22, 2019
The eldest Gu brother Ting Yu is pressured by the Gu elders to comply with Ting Ye's demands. He begins to reconsider as he plans for his wife and daughter after his death. He surprises… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 49

9.4/10 from 7 users
Jan 23, 2019
Though the emperor granted Ting Ye's brothers lenient punishments, one was exiled to the upset of the 5th house Gu family. Ting Ye was conferred multiple titles by the emperor including… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 50

9.4/10 from 6 users
Jan 23, 2019
Ting Ye is easily angered by Man Niang but Ming Lan is able to calm and reason with him. They are not able to get Chang'er's location from Man Niang, so Rong'er tries, but this leads… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 51

9.8/10 from 7 users
Jan 24, 2019
Man Niang slanders Ting Ye in public and—because of the rumours—Qi Heng files a complaint against Ting Ye with the emperor. Ting Ye realizes there are other reasons behind Qi Heng's… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 52

9.8/10 from 8 users
Jan 24, 2019
The truth about Ming Lan's mother's death comes to light but it's clear Sheng Hong still has feelings for Madam Lin. Ting Ye comes in time to defend Ming Lan, much to Grandmother Sheng's… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 53

9.9/10 from 5 users
Jan 25, 2019
Ting Ye is upset that Ming Lan is not jealous of the newly instated concubine. On their wedding night, he refuses to sleep with the concubine and goes to Ming Lan instead. They plan… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 54

8.9/10 from 5 users
Jan 26, 2019
A big ruckus between Madam Zhang and concubine Zou Ping during the banquet causes embarrassment. The empress reaches out to Ming Lan to give her the backstory of General Shen and Madam… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 55

9.4/10 from 6 users
Jan 27, 2019
With Chang Bai's urging, Ting Ye mends his relationship with Ming Lan. Madam Zhang is now with child, but as a result, General Sheng has gone back to Concubine Zou Ping. Ting Ye and… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 56

9.2/10 from 5 users
Jan 27, 2019
Ting Ye is sent home with caning wounds, garnering him the sympathy and affections of Ming Lan. The battle between the old and new begins at the palace. Determining the birth father… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 57

8.9/10 from 7 users
Jan 28, 2019
The imperial court morning session is disrupted as the old faction claims the empress dowager was coerced into agreeing with the new emperor that he recognize his birth father as his… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 58

9.6/10 from 6 users
Jan 28, 2019
Auntie Kang and Madam Gu are forcing Ming Lan to visit them during her early pregnancy period. Nanny Chang comes to Ming Lan's defence. Noble Consort Liu is conspiring with the empress… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 59

9.6/10 from 5 users
Jan 30, 2019
Ming Lan is put in a tough corner by Auntie Kang. Luckily, Cui Wei brings Grandmother Sheng to Cheng Manor for help. Grandmother Sheng interrogates Zhao Er and discovers the reason… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 60

9.6/10 from 6 users
Jan 30, 2019
Lady Zhang's birth is difficult. Concubine Zou Ping goes out of her way to endanger her and her unborn child. Recalling her mother's experience, Ming Lan takes things into her own… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 61

9.6/10 from 6 users
Jan 31, 2019
The empress dowager is making headway in further fracturing the new and the old regimes. However, the empress makes a bold move after deliberations with Ming Lan which helps turn the… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 62

9.3/10 from 6 users
Jan 31, 2019
Ming Lan is able to uncover who and what ares making Grandmother Sheng ill. She dares sacrifice all to make sure the culprit is caught even if Big Madam Sheng and Sheng Hong are not… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 63

9.3/10 from 5 users
Feb 01, 2019
Ming Lan lures the culprits into Sheng's house where they're detained for interrogation. The Wang and Kang houses come to a final resolution where Ming Lan provides all the evidence… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 64

9.5/10 from 5 users
Feb 02, 2019
The Wang and Sheng houses discuss the appropriate course of action based on Auntie Kang's misdeeds but the Wang house refuses accountability for their daughter. As it becomes clear… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 65

9.3/10 from 5 users
Feb 03, 2019
The Sheng family is having problems getting documents signed for Auntie Kang to be admitted into the palace prison. To help convince husband Kang Hai Feng to sign the documents, Ming… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 66

9.4/10 from 5 users
Feb 03, 2019
Mo Lan visits the Sheng house in an attempt to uncover the truth behind what's been happening. Though her father doesn't reveal anything, she runs into Madam Lin's faithful servant… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 67

9.3/10 from 6 users
Feb 04, 2019
As the fire rages at Cheng house, Ming Lan is in the throes of labour. Against the wishes of his wife and parents, Qi Heng summons his servants to help with the fire. Ting Ye comes… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 68

9.2/10 from 5 users
Feb 06, 2019
Madam Wang seeks out the empress dowager for the death of her daughter Auntie Kang. They begin conspiring to take down Ting Ye. Noble Consort Liu and Madam Gu become better acquainted… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 69

9.1/10 from 7 users
Feb 06, 2019
The death of Auntie Kang remains unresolved as there's no clear evidence as to whether she was trying to murder Ming Lan and her baby or if she was trying to save them from the fire.… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 70

9.0/10 from 6 users
Feb 07, 2019
As things are not looking good for Ting Ye, Chang Bai is prevented from releasing information about the misdeeds of Auntie Kang. Many good friends come to Ming Lan's aid during this… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 71

9.4/10 from 5 users
Feb 07, 2019
While Ting Ye is imprisoned, close friends and family support Ming Lan to celebrate their 1-month-old son. During the chaos, an assassin infiltrates the celebration. Armed with new… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 72

9.4/10 from 7 users
Feb 08, 2019
The emperor sends the military to the borders to quell a sudden revolt. His generals plead with him to send Ting Ye to help fight the battle and though the emperor agrees, Ting Ye… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 73

9.8/10 from 9 users
Feb 09, 2019
When the city is in complete chaos out of nowhere comes a sudden glimmer of hope. The empress dowager's scheming is unveiled. Behind it all is another shocking plot. Finally, there… read more

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 74

10.0/10 from 3 users
Feb 10, 2019

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 75

10.0/10 from 3 users
Feb 11, 2019

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 76

10.0/10 from 3 users
Feb 11, 2019

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 77

10.0/10 from 3 users
Feb 12, 2019

The Story of Ming Lan Episode 78

10.0/10 from 3 users
Feb 13, 2019
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