[Overworked office worker transmigrates into another world vs. a reborn cannon-fodder man + two powerful leads + mystery and investigation + court intrigue: The story of a sly, slippery black cat and a beautiful, strong, yet tragic flower fox]
The original host was murdered under mysterious circumstances. Modern lawyer Shi Mai inherits a frail body like Lin Daiyu's, along with a sword hanging over her head.
Who am I? Where am I? What do I do if people mistake me for the culprit? What if corrupt officials want to harm me?
She uses her wits to fight her way forward, clear her name, and solve cold cases. She even hopes to find a gentle husband to warm her bed, but she never expects him to be insatiable, nearly devouring her alive.
This handsome young man is no ordinary gentleman. Born into the imperial clan, he is carefree and wealthy. Unfortunately, in his previous life he was too naive, helping count the money for the very people who had him killed. In this life, he returns through blood and fire, swearing to reclaim everything that belongs to him.
But what is the deal with this Cheng woman?
Is she mocking him for being cuckolded?
She's full of schemes and wicked tricks!
And what did she say? She wants to become the master of the imperial harem!
She really thinks the sky's the limit... After grumbling to himself, he quietly goes back for his blade and charges into the bloody struggle for the throne, winning her a place as empress.
“The court is a shifting sea of intrigue. Why did you choose me?”
“You are just and compassionate, and the people support you. The people's hearts are worth more than a million troops.”
“Is that the only reason?”
“Also, I saw your face on the Three Lives Stone by the River of Forgetfulness. One glance, and I knew you for eternity.”
“May fortune shine on you, and may your reign be noble and bright.” From “The Seasons” by Tao Yuanming
[Set in a fictional dynasty. The official system is modeled on the Tang dynasty, but the author has made countless changes, so please don't take it too seriously. Plot-driven! Transmigration and rebirth storylines run in parallel! Mystery, investigation, and court intrigue! Not an all-out power fantasy! Angst before the payoff! Both leads are devoted to each other! Both leads are strong!]
