[Two Female Leads] [Political Intrigue] [Growth] [A World in Turmoil]
In this turbulent age, Song Yi and Li Ying have served one another for three years, caring for and relying on each other.
After fleeing an arranged marriage, Song Yi takes Li Ying with her to Yuzhou, where they begin a new life.
Along the way, Song Yi comes to feel deeply how unfair the world is to women. Heartbroken by the suffering of ordinary people in these chaotic times, she resolves to become a good official who serves the people.
The path to office has been closed to women since ancient times. With no other choice, she disguises herself as a man and pursues fame and success------
Throughout it all, Li Ying stands firmly by Song Yi's side. Encouraged by Han Xiu, she also develops a love for painting------
This novel is also known as The Noblewomen of a Turbulent Age and Waiting Thirty Years.
