Love and Crown (凤凰台上)

A Royal Romance Filled With Duty, Justice, and Destiny

Chinese Title: 凤凰台上
English Title: Love and Crown
Also Known As: Phoenix Fly
Genre: Historical • Romance
Episodes: 35
Broadcast Network: Jiangsu TV, Youku
Premiere Date: November 14, 2025
Original Soundtrack: Love and Crown OST

⭐ Synopsis

Ling Cangcang, known for her extraordinary courage and exceptional martial arts abilities, rises to fame as the founder of Fenglai Pavilion, a righteous sect dedicated to protecting the innocent. Meanwhile, Xiao Huan, the young emperor of the Great Qi Dynasty, is determined to rule with integrity and compassion. However, corruption runs deep within the court—senior ministers collude with powerful martial sects, causing suffering throughout the land.

To uncover the truth and save his people, Xiao Huan disguises himself under the name Bai Chifan and travels privately across the kingdom. His path crosses with Ling Cangcang, the bold and honorable leader of Fenglai Pavilion. Fighting side by side, the two form a bond forged through danger, trust, and shared ideals.

But the most shocking discovery awaits them:
Ling Cangcang is the daughter of the Grand Tutor—and destined to become Xiao Huan’s queen.

As chaos spreads across the realm, Cangcang and Xiao Huan unite to restore order. Together, they quench rebellions, relieve disaster-stricken regions, and purge corruption from the court. In the process, they rediscover the true purpose of bearing a sword—not for power or glory, but to serve the people with unwavering resolve.

Their love becomes a symbol of hope, and their partnership becomes a force strong enough to ensure peace, stability, and prosperity for all.

⭐ Main Cast

Fenglai Pavilion & Royal Court

Ren Jia Lun as Xiao Huan / Bai Chifan
Emperor of Great Qi (voiced by Bian Jiang)
Peng Xiao Ran as Ling Cangcang
Sect Leader of Fenglai Pavilion / Future Empress (voiced by Lu Geng Yi)
Zhang Yao as Xiao Qianqing
Prince Yu Zhang (Ninth Prince)
Estelle Chen as Du Tingxin
Imperial Preceptor
Wang Zhuo Cheng as Luo Xianxue
Grand Tutor’s adopted son
He Nan as Zhong Lin
Vice Sect Leader of Fenglai Pavilion

⭐ Palace Characters

Zhao Ke as Empress Dowager Liu
Liu Meng Rui as Princess Xiao Ying
Luo Ming Jie as Li Hongqing
Xue Yi Lun as Head Eunuch Feng Wufu
Wang Yi Cheng as Shi Yan
Zhong Yu Wei as Xiao Shan
Wu Ye as Aunt Chan
Ju Ke Er as Xiao Yue

⭐ Ling Manor

Gao Shu Guang as Ling Xuefeng — Grand Tutor, Cangcang’s father
Yan Jie as Li Lv — Ghost King of Lingbi Sect, Cangcang’s Master
Wei Ran as Ling Jueding — Cangcang’s brother

⭐ Supporting Cast

(Selected Highlights)

Fu Fang Jun as Ku Mo’er
Li Yu as Li Mingshang
Song Wen Zuo as Lu Qi
Lin Jing as Sheng Nv
Li Kang as Min Jia
Zhao Tie Ying as Zhang Heng
Hu Chen as Former Emperor
Min Zheng as Minister Lin
Zhu En You as Xiao Ning
…and many more.

⭐ Production Credits

Original Novel: Wo De Huang Hou (我的皇后) by Xie Lou Nan (谢楼南)
Directors: Lin Feng, Zhao Xia
Screenwriters: Miao Wen Jing, Wang Chen, Ding Ya
Producers: Zhong Jun Yan, Zhou Jing
Music Director: Chen Xue Ran
Art Director: Liu Cheng Yi
Costume Designer: Fang Si Zhe
Makeup Artist: Zeng Ming Hui
Companies: Youku, Yehua, Yueshi Media, Horgos China Pictures

Filming Period: January 27, 2024 – July 06, 2024