Borrowing My Imperial Uncle's Merit to Reach the Top

Framed by her stepmother and stepsister, Lu Zhaoling should have been handed over to a spoiled young master to be his plaything, with no hope of escape.

In her desperation, she climbs into Prince Jin Zhou Shiyue’s carriage, only to be stunned by what she sees. This imperial uncle, who wields immense power but has little time left to live, is blessed with boundless merit, glowing so brightly it hurts to look at!

“Imperial Uncle, shall we make a deal?” Lu Zhaoling presses a hand to her racing heart. “Lend me your merit as protection, and I’ll extend your life. What do you say?”

The frail imperial uncle lowers his eyes to gaze at his audacious future princess consort, the corner of his mouth lifting. “Deal.”

Thus, the imperial edict granting their marriage shakes the capital. Her scumbag father pleads poverty? She turns around and ransacks his home, reclaiming her mother’s million-tael dowry. Her sister boasts about a prince’s true love? She brandishes her stepmother’s deed of sale. “Wake up. You’re just a slave-born daughter.”

Everyone laughs at her for marrying a prince who is nearly dead, waiting to watch her become a destitute widow.

But later, the imperial uncle rumored to cough every three steps not only gets healthier and healthier, but also becomes famous throughout the capital for being utterly devoted to his wife.

The Retired Emperor frets, “This woman’s fate is too strong. My son may not be able to withstand it...”

Zhou Shiyue pulls her tightly into his arms, smiling tenderly. “If she says I can bear it, then I can.”