Glory – Neo Hou, Gulnazar
Glory is a historical romance drama directed by Guo Hao, Zhang Zhiwei, and Ma Shige, led by Neo Hou, Gulnazar, Chen Ruoxuan, Zhao Yiqin, and Zhang Nan.
The series tells the story of Lu Jianglai, a young scholar who achieves top honors in the imperial examinations and is appointed as the magistrate of Chun'an County. He repeatedly solves mysterious cases but becomes entangled in an old murder case involving a wife's death, which causes him to fall from his rising star status in the officialdom to the brink of despair. At his lowest point, he is rescued by Rong Shanbao, the daughter of a tea tycoon. Together, they work to reorganize her family business and expand the tea trade, forging a legendary romance amidst the tea plantations.
Details
English Title: Glory
Chinese Title: 玉茗茶骨
Other Titles: 茗门世家, 茗门世家之玉茗茶骨
Genre: Historical, Romance
Tag: Amnesia, Heiress Female Lead, Cunning Male Lead, Rebel Male Lead
Episodes: 40
Duration: 45 min.
Director: Guo Hao, Zhang Zhiwei, Ma Shige
Screenwriter: Zhou Mo
Producer: Yu Zheng
Product Company: Huanyu, MongoTV
Released Date: 2025-12-29
Broadcast Website: iQIYI, Viki, China Huanyu Ent. Official
Cast
Synopsis
Lu Jianglai, a brilliant young scholar who achieves the prestigious title of zhuangyuan (top imperial examination graduate) and is appointed as the magistrate of Chun'an County. He quickly gains fame for solving a series of puzzling cases but is soon dragged into an old, unresolved murder involving a wife's death. This scandal causes his swift fall from grace, transforming him from a rising star in the official world into a man pushed to the brink of ruin and left for dead.
At his most desperate moment, he is rescued by Rong Shanbao, the ambitious daughter of the region's "Tea King." Proud and headstrong, Lu Jianglai had previously clashed with the powerful Rong family over authority, earning Shanbao's deliberate resentment. Seizing the opportunity while he is gravely injured, suffering from amnesia, and his identity is a mystery, she takes him back to her estate and demotes him to the lowest of roles—a stable hand—as an act of revenge.
To evade those who still seek his life, Lu Jianglai plays along, pretending submission while hiding in plain sight. When the Rong family suddenly announces they are seeking a live-in son-in-law to marry into their lineage, it stirs the interest of prominent families across Jiangnan, each arriving with their own hidden agendas. Lu Jianglai unexpectedly finds himself entangled in the competition and, through a twist of fate, becomes a key pawn in Shanbao's intricate game against the various suitors.
Thus begins a battle of wits between the two: one, a shrewd and calculating heiress determined to secure her legacy; the other, a cunning and resilient former magistrate disguised as a lowly servant. As they scheme and challenge each other, their constant rivalry gradually deepens into mutual respect and affection. Together, they brave dangers, unravel the truth behind the old murder case, bring the real culprit to justice, reform the Rong family business, and pioneer new paths in the world of tea. Amidst the sprawling tea plantations, their tumultuous journey blossoms into an extraordinary tale of love and partnership.
The beginning was very exciting and fast pace, kept audience exciting and captivated. The OST is really good. I love the opening OST and the solo song sang by Hou Minghao. The plot is different and interesting, big twist on episode 12. All the actors are great, especially Hou Minghao. He’s an exceptional actor—every micro-expression is spot on, and he brings his character to life beautifully. It’s impressive how effortlessly he builds strong chemistry with every one of his female leads in all his dramas.