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| Mysterious throne sculpture in Love on the Turquoise Land raises season 2 expectations (Photo: WeTV) |
Chinese drama Love on the Turquoise Land (枭起青壤) wrapped up for general audiences, and let’s just say the final episode didn’t come to play. Episode 32 dropped a last-minute mystery so bold that fans are practically waving Season 2 petitions before Tencent Video even catches its breath.
The finale opens straight after the fierce showdown between the Nan Mountain Hunters and the earth demons (di xiao). Nie Jiuluo (Dilraba Dilmurat) is revived beneath the river, but the moment Yan Tuo (Oliver Chen Xingxu) brings her back to shore, she’s hit with sudden memory loss.
She can’t recall anything from the past few months — not the Jinmen Gate clash, not the dangers she faced, and definitely not the true identity of Yan Tuo.
A tense confrontation between them finally brings her memories flooding back, setting the emotional rhythm for the remainder of the episode.
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| Love on the Turquoise Land sparks questions about new villains and possible season 2 |
The next day, Nie Jiuluo insists on visiting her mother at Jinmen Gate — a reunion that lands as one of the episode’s most heart-pulling moments. Her mother, now transformed into the White Ghost, recognises her, giving viewers a rare moment of peace in an otherwise heavy plot.
Yan Tuo then reveals something unexpected: whatever happened under the river didn’t just revive Nie Jiuluo. It healed every injury she ever sustained. Even more surprising, her sculpting ability has skyrocketed to a level no one can explain.
Her dream of hosting a solo exhibition finally comes true, but peace doesn’t last long. Manager Lu is spotted talking to a tall, long-haired man wearing glasses — a completely new face in the series. The man calmly announces he wants to purchase everything. Not a few pieces. Not the centrepiece. The entire collection.
That’s when alarms start ringing for viewers.
Nie Jiuluo and Yan Tuo share a quiet moment reflecting on what happens if the earth demons return. Once someone who ran from danger, Nie Jiuluo now swears to protect the life she fought so hard for. Yan Tuo, loyal as ever, tells her he’ll follow her anywhere — whether it’s a peaceful life or another war.
But then comes the twist that has taken over social media discussions.
The long-haired buyer rings “Grandfather” to report that he has bought the full collection. Grandfather isn’t fussed about most of the sculptures — he only cares about one: a masterpiece shaped like a throne.
When asked why, he simply says it reminds him of his homeland. At his age, he adds, nostalgia hits harder.
What’s wild is that the throne-like sculpture looks suspiciously similar to objects associated with the Jinmen Gate. Yet the drama never explains its origin. And neither the grandfather nor the grandson appears in the original novel — meaning the production team created them solely for the drama.
And that’s where the frenzy begins.
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Is Season 2 Happening? Fans Think the Clues Are Too Big to Ignore
The finale provides no answers.
No identities.
No background.
No explanation for why this mysterious family wants Nie Jiuluo’s work — or why the grandfather’s memory ties back to a place linked to the earth demons.
So naturally, the question is simple: are they setting up Season 2?
There’s no official announcement yet, which is normal considering the drama just finished airing. But given the strong performance of Love on the Turquoise Land, industry chatter suggests Tencent Video would absolutely be open to expanding its fantasy IP.
If a Season 2 does move forward, it would rely entirely on an original script, allowing the writers to explore mythology the novel never covered.
What To Expect In Love on the Turquoise Land Season 2
Here’s what fans might see if the story continues:
1. The Identity of “Grandfather”
He’s the biggest mystery.
Is he an ancient survivor from the Jinmen Gate?
A former earth demon?
Or someone connected to a deeper, unseen threat?
Season 2 could finally unpack his connection to the throne sculpture.
2. The Grandson’s Motives
The long-haired buyer didn’t just collect art — he targeted Nie Jiuluo’s entire catalogue.
Expect Season 2 to explore:
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Why he tracked her down
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Whether he has powers of his own
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What his family’s goal really is
3. Nie Jiuluo’s Upgraded Abilities
Her newfound strength and artistic surge beg for answers.
Season 2 could explore:
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Whether her river revival awakened dormant powers
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Why her sculptures resonate with people linked to the Jinmen Gate
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Whether she’s becoming a key figure in an upcoming conflict
4. A New Threat Beyond the Earth Demons
The finale hints that the world is far bigger than the first season let on.
Season 2 may introduce:
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A new faction tied to ancient lore
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An origin story for the throne and the ancestral homeland
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A conflict that challenges everything Nie Jiuluo and Yan Tuo thought they understood
5. Yan Tuo and Nie Jiuluo’s Journey Together
Season 2 could deepen their partnership:
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Building a peaceful life
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Facing new enemies
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Exploring Yan Tuo’s role in this expanding mythology
6. Brand-New Original Characters
Since the drama is diverging from the novel, writers have full freedom to:
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Create new antagonists
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Develop new alliances
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Expand the world-building beyond familiar locations
Love on the Turquoise Land didn’t just end — it opened a door to an entirely new arc. With a mysterious grandfather, a throne-shaped sculpture tied to forgotten memories, and original characters introduced right at the finish line, the production team clearly wanted viewers to talk.
And they succeeded.
Whether it’s earth demons, new enemies, or long-buried lore rising to the surface, one thing’s certain: this world still has stories left to tell.