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[Palace intrigue + not mutually exclusive relationships + soul transmigration + System + childbirth quests]
She transmigrates into the Qing Dynasty during the reign of Emperor Yongzheng. In this story, Yongzheng ascends the throne ten years earlier than in history. Palace intrigue dominates the early part, followed by his exclusive devotion to her.
One day, Su Zhaozhao wakes up as the eldest legitimate daughter of the Nanyang prefect's family, awaiting selection for the palace. Bound to a palace-intrigue and childbirth System, she must win Emperor Yongzheng's favor to complete her quests.
Thanks to Empresses in the Palace, this unfamiliar world feels somewhat familiar.
The Empress still seems to enjoy arranging for babies to be lost. Consort Hua is as haughty and domineering as ever. Shen Meizhuang is still obsessed with her “Huanhuan,” while Zhen Huan remains unparalleled in beauty and elegance. In this life, some people are still the same, but some things have changed.
Su Zhaozhao does her best to be a model employee: raising affection, clinging to powerful allies, earning promotions, and having babies.
But as she works through the quests, why is everyone changing?
Empress Dowager: “I know you're a good girl. If it weren't for you, how could I be sitting here today, enjoying the happiness of doting on my grandchildren? Zhuxi, reward her!”
Consort Hua: “Zhaozhao, come visit your elder sister more often from now on. I can visit you, too. Just tell me what you want!” Songzhi, reward her!
Consort Jing: “Thank goodness Meier is safe. We have you to thank for that! Ruyi, reward her!”
Noble Lady Xin: “You saved my child, so you're her godmother. I must have the child thank you, godmother! Ying'er, reward her!”
Yongzheng: “They treat you well, but I'll treat you even better. I'll dismiss the entire harem. I only want you and our children.”
