He is the Prince of Yan, a powerful figure who holds sway over the court, arrogant and domineering.
She is a princess consort sent to marry for peace, lowborn and unloved by her husband.
On their wedding night, he sends his personal guard to take his place in bed with her, then subjects her to every humiliation imaginable.
Clever and patient, she makes her way step by step through the prince’s household, weaving schemes with her beauty and winning hearts with her wits.
He says, “You really are the best bedchamber tool this prince has ever used!”
Unruffled, she smiles without a hint of change in her eyes. “Thank you for your praise, Your Highness. I am deeply honored!”
A beauty’s smile can topple kingdoms. A nest of beauties can become a hero’s grave.
