[True history + love at first sight + pure political intrigue + powerful villains]
Historical setting: Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. No golden fingers or protagonist aura, just a battle of wits.
A destitute young beggar and a wise young lady fall in love at first sight and stand by each other through a time of chaos. Their extraordinary romance makes them a legendary imperial couple in history. They live through the rise and fall of four dynasties and bring an end to the civil strife.
Their journey is full of nail-biting twists, patriotism, and deep devotion between husband and wife. They are both strong, and their love is mutual, but this is about far more than romance. The story paints a vivid picture of a chaotic age, and both leads grow through their own efforts, with no special advantages from the start. With their wits intact, they steadily rise to the top. Faithfully grounded in history, the novel brings the imperial couple's devotion to life. You can even learn about the history of the Five Dynasties along the way, so bring a pen and notebook to history class!
It's rare to write about Chai Shouyu and Guo Wei 👍
Well written, rare