Palace of Devotion Other name: Poetry of the Song Dynasty, Da Song Gong Ci, 大宋宫词 Genre(s): Historical, Romance, Drama Release: March 20, 2021 – April 19, 2021 Episode(s): 61 Country: China Broadcast: iQiyi Director(s): Li Shao Hong, Li Shao Hong, Zeng Nian Ping Writer(s): Zhang Yong Chen Cast: Tamia Liu, Vic Chou

Introduction:

Orphaned as a child, Liu E travels to the capital Kaifeng, and later catches the eye of Zhao Heng. Though she was a concubine, Liu E was perceptive to state affairs, and often discussed politics with Zhao Heng. This tradition continued when he became emperor in 997.

Liu E is crowned empress after adopting the son of a concubine (later Emperor Renzong), and serves as regent of the Song Dynasty during the last two years of her husband’s reign. Liu E would continue to rule until her death twelve years later in 1033. (Source: cfensi.wordpress)

Inspired by the life story of Empress Zhangxian Mingsu, Liu E of the Song Dynasty