The Punishment

Dec 25, 2025

In 2008, Hu Xiaoyue, a police captain, dies under suspicious circumstances. His mentor Ye Tianyou returns to Hanzhou to uncover the truth, starting with a case Hu Xiaoyue was investigating.

Dec 25, 2025

In 1990, young Qin Feng nearly confronts the Zhao family who killed his parents. Adopted by Madam Wen, he grows up navigating dangerous loyalties and shadowy dealings.

Dec 25, 2025

In 2002, Xu Li reports a sexual assault, and Qin Feng uncovers that all may be connected to criminal mastermind Luo Bo. Ye Tianyou officially takes his post as police chief.

Dec 25, 2025

Xu Li attempts suicide as Qin Feng and Lao Mai rush to her aid. They also save Liu Tianye and Wen Jiangyong from danger, intensifying their pursuit of justice.

Dec 25, 2025

Qin Feng, Lao Mai, and Hu Xiaoyue discuss Xu Li’s suspicious teacher. Meanwhile, power struggles escalate as criminals manipulate Longwan’s business dealings.

Dec 25, 2025

Qin Feng suspects a police mole as power cuts and missing surveillance hint at sabotage, raising stakes in the investigation.

Dec 26, 2025

Lao Mai takes responsibility for an assault case to protect his team. Qin Feng tracks criminal Ye Siyuan meeting with Luo Bo.

Dec 26, 2025

Qin Feng investigates a money-laundering hub with Wang Tao and Bian Jing, persuading a hesitant ally to act swiftly.

Dec 27, 2025

Qin Feng visits the imprisoned Lao Mai, learning Xu Li’s case is neglected. Luo Bo tests loyalty with a symbolic orchid.

Dec 27, 2025

A tangled web of crime, family, and police unfolds as Qin Feng and Liu Tianye navigate loyalty, law, and personal stakes.

Dec 28, 2025

Wen Bo celebrates a tech competition win. Qin Feng fails to save Wang Tao’s mother in time, highlighting the cost of duty.

Dec 28, 2025

Qin Feng and friends endure grueling training, paralleling the search for a fugitive who threatens Longwan’s fragile order.

Dec 29, 2025

Qin Feng starts at Gutang Town Police. Undercover operations and surveillance hint at a criminal hideout.

Dec 29, 2025

A casino raid by Ye Tianyou and team captures a key suspect; Hu Xiaoyue nearly mistakes his mentor for a criminal.

Dec 30, 2025

Trust is built as Lao Mai lets Su Hongbao visit his dying father. He Biao targets Liu Tianfei, escalating tension.

Dec 30, 2025

Lao Mai and Hu Xiaoyue deliver grim news to Su Hongbao. Qin Feng probes casino links to corruption.

Dec 31, 2025

Lao Mai begins prison sentence, protected by allies. Liu Tianye struggles with fatherhood amidst chaos.

Dec 31, 2025

Ye Tianyou, Qin Feng, and Hu Xiaoyue pick up Lao Mai from prison, uncovering past injustices and corruption.

Jan 1, 2026

Qin Feng and Hu Xiaoyue set up Lao Mai with a taxi job. Liu Tianye expands his business, blending personal stakes and crime.

Jan 1, 2026

Qin Feng and Wang Tao uncover a drug dealer, while Zhang Xin notices criminal targeting in Longwan.

Jan 2, 2026

Families celebrate milestones, while debt collectors stir trouble, showing crime and life intertwining.

Jan 2, 2026

Qin Feng saves Hu Xiaoyue from a life-threatening accident, resisting a forced transfer meant to halt his investigation.

Jan 3, 2026

Financial projects stall under criminal influence, and Qiao Defu’s family is threatened to force compliance.

Jan 3, 2026

Lao Mai visits Xu Li’s grave, monitored by enemies; Liu Tianye navigates business and criminal pressures.

Jan 4, 2026

The family celebrates police academy success. A homicide reignites old criminal investigations.

Jan 4, 2026

Longwan’s secret funds are exposed; Liu Tianye acts decisively to protect his community.

Jan 5, 2026

The adopted siblings reflect on family and diverging paths, with law enforcement monitoring Longwan.

Jan 5, 2026

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate success; Liu Tianye takes preemptive action against potential threats.

Jan 6, 2026

Families gather as accidents trigger new investigations. Officials suspect internal corruption.

Jan 6, 2026

A city accident demands accountability; Ye Tianyou faces political pressure while coordinating investigations.

Jan 7, 2026

Liu Tianye monitors officials, while Qin Feng’s investigation continues amid construction accident fallout.

Jan 7, 2026

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye process the fallout of violent deaths, confronting moral dilemmas.

Jan 8, 2026

Qin Feng traces the attack on Zhao Wenxuan, leveraging Longwan connections for the truth.

Jan 8, 2026

Zhao Wenxuan reconnects with his father; Liu Tianye realizes events are spiraling beyond control.

Jan 9, 2026

Loss and trauma push Qin Feng to step back, showing the human cost of policing.

Jan 9, 2026

Ding Xiaoshuai and Wen Bo celebrate, while Liu Tianye strikes against unresponsive officials.

Jan 9, 2026

Xu Li is persuaded to report crimes; a sting operation leads to a deadly confrontation.

Jan 9, 2026

Qin Feng and Liu Tianye reconnect, sharing clues from past criminal cases to strategize.

Jan 9, 2026

Fireworks and birthdays mask urgent operations to rescue Meng Yu, revealing fragile family bonds.

Jan 9, 2026

Xu Li is kidnapped during a dance competition; Qin Feng and Lao Mai intervene to save the day.