promises in the ashes chinese drama Movies & TV Series

Xavier Grant, a professional cyclist, had a thriving career until a devastating accident left him permanently disabled and hopeless. His once vibrant world faded into darkness, and the thought of ending his own life became his only escape. Desperate to help, his mother hires a personal caregiver—Myra Stroud, a beacon of light in his despair. Coming from a humble background, Myra’s optimism and ambition gradually rekindle Xavier’s spirit. As they grow closer, love blossoms between them. Like a remedy crafted just for him, Myra brings color back into his life, while he helps her chase her dreams. In the end, Xavier makes his final decision, and Myra honors his choice, granting him a peaceful passing—a bittersweet conclusion to their tragic yet beautiful love story.

What’s happening? Why do I hear a voice that comes from the inside of me? “Why do I have such a useless descendant like you!” It said. In my middle age, my wife cheated on me, and my daughter is ill. At this time of my desperation, a voice inside of me speaks. It says it is the dragon, that has been living inside of me! How lucky I am! With the help of the dragon power, I will grasp any chance I can to change my fate!

The Imperial Master, secretly maintaining the balance of power across nine nations, holds authority far above the kings with unrivaled influence. Five years ago, to repay an old family debt, he married the eldest daughter of a powerful family and quietly helped her become a regional leader. However, on the day of her appointment, she, believing him to be worthless, divorced him. As the truth slowly came to light, she realized the man she had scorned was actually the most powerful figure in all the lands. Regretting her decision, she sought reconciliation, only to be outdone by a princess, leaving her with no way back and filled with remorse.

Eric Gibson has always been possessive. He is used to getting his way, so when his father marries Jenna Black, a mysteriously stunning woman with a shady past, he is captivated. What starts as admiration spirals into a dark obsession. Eric tries every charm up his sleeve to make Jenna his, but when she refuses his advances, he vows to try every other way to make her his. He manipulates situations to isolate her, planting a seed of doubt in his father thus shaking their marriage up. Eric’s love for Jenna slowly turns more deadly...

In his past life, Eric gave everything for his family, but got betrayed. He went to jail for his adopted brother Felix, but only got contempt. Abandoned by his family, Eric died. After rebirth, he refused to take the fall for Felix and exposed the truth. But his mom and sisters didn't believe him. Heartbroken, he cut ties with them and rose as a radio star. Using his creative talent, he did better than his sisters and Felix. His family realized Eric was the real genius. Felix was only a thief who stole Eric's works...

Thirty years ago, Gu Heng left home to seek his fortune, leaving behind his wife, Shu Ran—who was pregnant with triplets—and his parents in her care. For three long decades, Shu Ran worked tirelessly to raise their three sons and look after Gu Heng’s parents. Suddenly, after all these years, Gu Heng returns with another woman, Li Qi, and demands a divorce. Having achieved success, he now looks down on Shu Ran, regarding her as nothing more than a small vendor. He and Li Qi attempt to kick Shu Ran out of the house. Just then, Shu Ran’s three daughters-in-law arrive, and these three women are not to be trifled with. They will not stand by and let anyone bully their mother-in-law.

A psychological drama that follows a corporate employee, as he endures an unusual and harsh disciplinary measure introduced by a new Japanese manager. Isolated with no tasks to perform, the mental resilience is put to the test.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Widowed Peach battles gangsters forcing marriage to repay debts. When brother-in-law Johnny awakens mystic herb powers from an ancient lineage, he risks life to expose pharmaceutical conspiracies and Spirit Jade wars. As tycoons blast sacred mountains, Johnny's herb magic rebuilds ecosystems, but discovers Peach's blindness ties to his celestial roots. Their forbidden bond sparks a Chinese medicine revolution against corporate greed, forging a rural redemption legend.

When they were young, they promised to marry each other, but many years later, he forgot that promise. Though they got married, he never returned to be with her and didn't even know what she looked like. By coincidence, the divorce lawyer he hired turned out to be his wife, the one he wanted to divorce. Through various misunderstandings, he began to remember the promise they made in childhood.

Weakness is a sin in the wolf world, and Kai treated me like the worst sinner. He snapped our fated bond, cast me into the dark forest to die. But the moon did not let me fade. It woke me up. Now I am not Lyra, but the Moon Goddess. His pack burns, his strength drains, he kneels begging for mercy. And I don not even glance down. Wolves worship the moon. Now they will learn to fear it.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

She is bossy until she encounters a mysterious woman late at night, triggering a chilling spiral of paranoia and fear. As reality blurs, she wakes from a nightmare only to find the real terror has just begun.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest