Ling Qi was born into a prestigious family in the capital. When she was twelve, her parents were dragged into the struggle between Empress Dowager Shen and Emperor Hongguang. After their defeat, she fled with them to the bitterly cold borderlands. By the time she returned to the capital, both her parents were dead, and she had to go back alone with her little brother to seek revenge.
She removed her hairpins and dressed as a slender young man. By day, she was a low-ranking translator at the Court of State Ceremonial. By night, she wielded a long sword and became a vengeful demon, killing anyone who crossed her path. Before long, rumors spread through the capital that a demon was haunting the city, claiming lives!
Panic swept through the city, and Empress Dowager Shen and Emperor Hongguang once again vied to take charge, ordering a full investigation.
Ling Qi became more cautious than ever, but never expected Prince Jing, who was acting head of the Court of State Ceremonial, to uncover her secret.
Ling Qi had just begun to think of killing him when Prince Jing collapsed weakly into her arms. “Ling Qi, I’m in such poor health. I can’t withstand even one of your palm strikes.”
It's a very interesting work, but the ending is a bit rushed. It would be better if there are some extras.