Between the Brothel and the Prison Walls

【Powerful-family drama + no moral constraints + no saintly heroine + not a wish-fulfillment story + slice of life + older man + irresistible beauty + devoted to each other + bittersweet ending + both die】 An elegant, irresistible beauty of the nightlife scene vs. a cold, domineering heir with a fatherly streak Adults know how to be direct. Before he met her, Jiang Shiyi didn't believe in love, much less love at first sight. The moment he saw her, his heart and mind both screamed that they wanted her. “Li Yu, will you be with me?” “I don't belong to anyone. Are you asking me to date you, or to be your kept woman?” “Sorry, I phrased that badly. Li Yu, will you go out with me?” “Okay.” He keeps himself in check and follows the rules, yet loves you beyond all bounds. An impassable wall, something forever out of reach. Their wedding was held with only one person in attendance. Parting meant forever.