[Reborn + transmigration + younger man + woman disguised as a man + pseudo-political intrigue]
In her previous life, Nan Shizhi spent ten years disguised as a man guarding the border, neglecting her family back in the capital. In the end, the new emperor grew wary of her, and her entire household met a grisly end.
Fortunately, Heaven took pity on her and gave her the chance to start over. This time, she would protect everyone in the Marquis's household. No one would ever hurt her mother or brothers again.
Since being a loyal subject hadn't brought her a good end, she would muddy the waters of the succession struggle instead.
Then Nan Shizhi realized that, as a simple soldier, she couldn't outplay those cunning schemers. Forget it. She'd just stick to being a soldier.
Besides, in this life she had decided not to become the heir. With her eldest and second eldest brothers around, and a baby brother on the way if all else failed, there was no need.
So Nan Shizhi gave up trying and settled for being a soldier.
But can someone tell her what's going on with this Fifth Prince?
When they were children, he couldn't stand her. Why is he following her around like a puppy now?
So Nan Shizhi sent a letter to the emperor in the capital, hoping he'd summon a certain prince back. Instead, she got a letter from her eldest brother telling her to protect the prince at all costs.
Nan Shizhi: “Your Highness, you should go back. I'm going to travel around the various kingdoms.”
Yu Junce: “I also want to see the beautiful landscapes of the other kingdoms. General Nan, do you mind traveling with me?”
Nan Shizhi: “What if I do mind?”
Yu Junce: “I don't mind.”
Nan Shizhi...
Watching Nan Shizhi walk away, Yu Junce's eyes filled with certainty that he would win her over. From the moment she appeared in his courtyard all those years ago, she was destined to be entangled with him.
