The Lady in Butcher’s House (2022)

Xu Qing Jia (Tong Meng Shi), an orphaned and studious young man, unexpectedly becomes a county magistrate after placing second in a competitive civil service exam. Determined to bring fairness through tax reforms and anti-corruption measures, he faces numerous challenges in his new role. His unexpected ally is Hu Jiao (Han Yun Zhang), the youngest daughter of a pork butchery family and his wife. Despite being illiterate, Hu Jiao is a fierce, streetwise woman with remarkable common sense – the complete opposite of her bookish husband. Together, this unconventional couple battles corrupt officials, hoping to create positive change in their county and build a brighter future. "The Lady in Butcher's House" is a 2022 Chinese drama series directed by Mao Kun Yu.