Treasure at Dawn

Plot Synopsis

Stopscrolling. If you're tired of the same old slow-motion romances,Treasure at Dawn(天书黎明) just dropped on Youku, and it’s a breath of fresh air. Starring Li Hongyi and Su Xiaotong, this isn't a weep-fest. It’s a high-stakes adventure that feels likeNational Treasuremeets ancient China. Thepacing is brutal—in a good way. You won't be reaching for yourphone while watching this one.

Fu Sheng is a medical genius with zero social skills. He uses weird methods to curepeople, but the locals tolerate him. Then, disaster strikes. A mysterious event kills a hundred doctors overnight, including his dad. Suddenly, everyone thinks Fu Sheng did it. He teams upwith a sharp-wittedPrincess, Wen Jue, and a street-smart fighter, Gu Tian, to clear his name. But it gets messier. He finds out his dad was guarding a secret mapto the "Heavenly Book Treasure," and he’s holding the key. Now, everyone wants him dead or captured.

Why You Should Watch

• The Mystery Actually Makes Sense: Too many dramas treat the audience like idiots. This one doesn't. Thepuzzles are intricate, the traps are deadly, and the "whodunit" aspect keeps you guessing. Director Shi Lei knows how to build tension without dragging it out.
• Chemistry That Works: The trio dynamic is gold. You have the nerd, the schemer, and the brawler. Watching them bicker while dodging arrows is half the fun. It’s not forced; it feels like a real chaotic friendshipforming underpressure.

The Cast

Li Hongyi steps out of his comfort zone here. He usuallyplays the "cool, silent type," but as the awkward doctor, he’s surprisingly funny and vulnerable. Su Xiaotong is fantastic as usual—she nails the "cute but dangerous" vibeperfectly. Yu Cheng’en brings thephysical action, making the fight choreography look effortless.

This is theperfect binge-watch for the weekend. It’s fast, it’s fun, and it doesn’t take itself too seriously while still delivering a solid mystery. Grab some snacks and hitplay. You won't regret it.

Li Hong Yi
Fu Sheng

Su Xiao Tong
Wen Yu

Yu Cheng En
Gu Tian

Wang Zi Xuan
Ying Ying