Reborn: The Heir’s Wife Refuses to Play by the Rules

Shangguan Changwan held the dagger he had given her years ago for protection and inched toward him as he slept. A cold glint flashed briefly in the darkness. Looking at him, she found she could not bring herself to strike. Just as she began to pull her hand back, she saw him seize it and drive the dagger into his own heart.

“No, no!” Blood welled from the corner of his mouth, and she collapsed to the floor.

“Why? Why?” She crawled to him, her hands trembling as she pressed them to his chest. Blood kept pouring out, and tears streamed down her face.

“I... Heh. I wanted to make you happy, my Jin’er...” His hand fell limply before it could reach her face.