The Longest Promise (2023–2023)

TV ShowEndedSci-Fi & Fantasy, Drama1 season, 40 episodes
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Plot

From the Kong Sang Continent comes the tale of the tumultuous love story of Princess Zhu Yan of the Chi Yi Tribe and Royal Prince Shi Ying, The framing of the Queen results in the Prince being banished to Jiu Yi Mountain to cultivate. Once solely focused on his tasks, he develops romantic feelings for his disciple Zhu Yan. But their student/teacher relationship prevents either from expressing their true feelings. Fate then works against them when they choose opposing sides in a political struggle of life and death proportions. Eventually, putting aside their issues, they pledge to protect their beloved Kong Sang Continent.

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  1. 01The Longest Promise S01E01Episode 1S01E01 · 10.0Princess Zhu Yan tries to get out of an unwanted marriage. As a result, her grand escape plan leads her to reunite with a dear friend from long ago.
  2. 02The Longest Promise S01E02Episode 2S01E02 · 10.0While attending a prestigious ceremony, Zhu Yan notices someone who appears to possess formidable power. Later, she steps up to help a dear friend.
  3. 03The Longest Promise S01E03Episode 3S01E03 · 10.0After protecting Zhu Yan from a covert attack, Shi Ying erases her memory of the night. Soon after, heartbreaking news finds him.

Episodes by season

Season01Episode ratings across the season — the gold bar is its best episode40Episodes2023Aired 10.0Season avg
  1. S01E01The Longest Promise S01E01Season's bestEpisode 1July 2, 2023 10.0Princess Zhu Yan tries to get out of an unwanted marriage. As a result, her grand escape plan leads her to reunite with a dear friend from l
  2. S01E02The Longest Promise S01E02Episode 2July 2, 2023 10.0While attending a prestigious ceremony, Zhu Yan notices someone who appears to possess formidable power. Later, she steps up to help a dear
  3. S01E03The Longest Promise S01E03Episode 3July 2, 2023 10.0After protecting Zhu Yan from a covert attack, Shi Ying erases her memory of the night. Soon after, heartbreaking news finds him.
  4. S01E04The Longest Promise S01E04Episode 4July 2, 2023 10.0Shi Ying's fury leads him astray and Zhu Yan receives a powerful hit from him. Later, a fateful connection between them begins to reveal its
  5. S01E05The Longest Promise S01E05Episode 5July 3, 2023 10.0Shi Ying decides to honor his mother's will and give up revenge. While getting ready for a crucial opportunity, Bai Xueying makes an unexpec
  6. S01E06The Longest Promise S01E06Episode 6July 3, 2023 10.0Witnessing Xueying's closeness with Shi Yu, Xuelu decides to sabotage her sister. In her search for a mentor, Zhu Yan takes on a risky chall
  7. S01E07The Longest Promise S01E07Episode 7July 4, 2023 10.0Xuelu carefully advances her plan to further her ambitions. Meanwhile, Zhu Yan decides to participate in a selective test.
  8. S01E08The Longest Promise S01E08Episode 8July 4, 2023 10.0On their exam, Zhu Yan and Qing Gang run into a ferocious magical beast. Quickly after, Shi Ying races to rescue Zhu Yan from another danger
  9. S01E09The Longest Promise S01E09Episode 9July 5, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan and Shi Ying confront multiple threats in the chaotic dimension. As the exam further intensifies, Zhu Yan's integrity earns her grea
  10. S01E10The Longest Promise S01E10Episode 10July 5, 2023 10.0While Zhu Yan struggles to adjust to her new life as a disciple on Jiuyi Mountain, Qing Gang reaches out and asks her for an unusual favor.
  11. S01E11The Longest Promise S01E11Episode 11July 6, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan decides to help Qing Gang but quickly notices something unusual about him. Meanwhile, an assassination attempt leaves Shi Ying badly
  12. S01E12The Longest Promise S01E12Episode 12July 6, 2023 10.0After Zhu Yan learns a new magic technique, a hug from her accidentally transforms Shi Ying. Later, Xuelu gets ahead of her rivals with cunn
  13. S01E13The Longest Promise S01E13Episode 13July 7, 2023 10.0Facing a series of hurdles, Zhu Yan tries to win the coveted first disciple position. Shi Ying hopes to convince Grand Preceptor to let go o
  14. S01E14The Longest Promise S01E14Episode 14July 7, 2023 10.0Sensing a threat, Chi Yuan teaches Zhu Yan a magic technique before Shi Ying's instruction starts. Xuelu confides in Qing Gang about her upb
  15. S01E15The Longest Promise S01E15Episode 15July 8, 2023 10.0While investigating a strange disease, Shi Ying notices something unusual. Meanwhile, Xuelu forges a powerful alliance to advance her ambiti
  16. S01E16The Longest Promise S01E16Episode 16July 8, 2023 10.0Shi Ying allows Zhu Yan to pick a magic artifact before taking a break from teaching. Soon after, his secret mission gets disrupted by unwel
  17. S01E17The Longest Promise S01E17Episode 17July 9, 2023 10.0When a cunning trap endangers Zhu Yan, Shi Ying races to save his disciple. After surviving a dangerous encounter, Zhu Yan stumbles on a sho
  18. S01E18The Longest Promise S01E18Episode 18July 9, 2023 10.0After clarifying his past with Zhu Yan, Shi Ying submits himself to punishment for some newfound feelings. Shi Yu's betrothal leaves Xueying
  19. S01E19The Longest Promise S01E19Episode 19July 10, 2023 10.0With a heavy heart and a gift from Shi Ying, Zhu Yan decides to leave Jiuyi Mountain and is soon met with a new headache: a string of blind
  20. S01E20The Longest Promise S01E20Episode 20July 10, 2023 10.0Under pressure to pursue a political marriage, Qing Gang is torn between family duties and his feelings. The tables turn abruptly with Shi Y
  21. S01E21The Longest Promise S01E21Episode 21July 11, 2023 10.0As Zhi Yuan puts himself at risk to help Zhu Yan flee an arranged marriage, Qing Gang's defiance triggers Consort Qing's anger.
  22. S01E22The Longest Promise S01E22Episode 22July 11, 2023 10.0Amidst a diplomatic crisis, Zhu Yan's gallant defense for Zhi Yuan awakens his past memories. Soon, she must confront yet another political
  23. S01E23The Longest Promise S01E23Episode 23July 12, 2023 10.0Bidding farewell to her family, Zhu Yan embarks on a perilous journey afar. While plotting to escape, she manages to aid a tormented mother
  24. S01E24The Longest Promise S01E24Episode 24July 12, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan's plot to flee from her wedding is interrupted by Shi Ying, and she soon stumbles upon a conspiracy that could endanger the entire C
  25. S01E25The Longest Promise S01E25Episode 25July 13, 2023 10.0Hoping to evade Shi Ying's confinement, Zhu Yan picks up a new magical technique. A formidable enemy forces Shi Ying and Zhi Yuan to fight s
  26. S01E26The Longest Promise S01E26Episode 26July 13, 2023 10.0Posing as a Crimson Clan couple, Zhu Yan accompanies the injured Shi Ying to seek medical help. Soon after, she decides to go on a risky sol
  27. S01E27The Longest Promise S01E27Episode 27July 14, 2023 10.0Shi Ying and Zhi Yuan rush to rescue Zhu Yan from captivity. Returning to his people after a long absence, Zhi Yuan faces a series of challe
  28. S01E28The Longest Promise S01E28Episode 28July 14, 2023 10.0During their confrontation, Zhi Yuan convinces Shi Ying to give him another chance. As a scheme brews, Consort Qing requests an audience wit
  29. S01E29The Longest Promise S01E29Episode 29July 15, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan agrees to take care of Sumo, but finds it difficult to gain his trust. Zhi Yuan visits Shi Ying in an effort to broker peace.
  30. S01E30The Longest Promise S01E30Episode 30July 15, 2023 10.0In a magic dimension, Shi Ying meets a man believed to have vanished long ago. Later, he and Zhu Yan spend an unforgettable lantern festival
  31. S01E31The Longest Promise S01E31Episode 31July 16, 2023 10.0Racing to aid Shi Yu, Shi Ying becomes the target of a vicious scheme. Shortly after, a conversation with the Grand Preceptor shatters Zhu Y
  32. S01E32The Longest Promise S01E32Episode 32July 16, 2023 10.0Sumo's headache leads him into greater trouble. As the peace treaty faces a new crisis, Zhi Yuan must confront an enraged Shi Ying.
  33. S01E33The Longest Promise S01E33Episode 33July 17, 2023 10.0Qing Gang receives a visitor with a hidden agenda. In hopes of locating Zhi Yuan, Shi Ying begins a search for a woman who's close to him.
  34. S01E34The Longest Promise S01E34Episode 34July 17, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan pleads with Shi Ying to spare Zhi Yuan's life. As a series of conflicts continue to escalate, their tension reaches a boiling point.
  35. S01E35The Longest Promise S01E35Episode 35July 18, 2023 10.0A fateful duel between Shi Ying and Zhi Yuan is on the horizon. Hoping to save lives, Zhu Yan transforms into someone else.
  36. S01E36The Longest Promise S01E36Episode 36July 18, 2023 10.0After discovering a shocking truth, Zhu Yan attempts to practice tabooed magic to save Shi Ying's life — even if it means risking her own.
  37. S01E37The Longest Promise S01E37Episode 37July 19, 2023 10.0Shi Ying wakes up struggling to piece together his memories. As Zhu Yan takes care of him, she begins to notice some unusual changes within
  38. S01E38The Longest Promise S01E38Episode 38July 19, 2023 10.0Zhu Yan shares a treasured moment with Shi Ying before parting ways. Meanwhile, Grand Preceptor seeks belated justice for his loved ones.
  39. S01E39The Longest Promise S01E39Episode 39July 20, 2023 10.0Concerned for Shi Ying, Zhu Yan hurries to Jiuyi Mountain where he must endure a painful trial. In the meantime, a covert attack is on its w
  40. S01E40The Longest Promise S01E40Episode 40July 20, 2023 10.0As Shi Ying and Zhu Yan advance their bond, disaster strikes Crimson Clan. Later, the God of Dragon reveals vital news about Zhi Yuan.

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Cast

Xiao ZhanXiao ZhanShi YingRen MinRen MinZhu YanFang YilunFang YilunShang YuanWang ChuranWang ChuranBai XueluWang ZiqiWang ZiqiQing GangLi MingdeLi MingdeChong MingYe ShengjiaYe ShengjiaShi YuLu YuxiaoLu YuxiaoBai Xueying

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