She was the cherished jewel of the Ye family in the capital. She bowed her head for him, loved him for fifteen years, and was married to him for three.
She took a knife for him and bled, sacrificed her family for him, ruined her health for him, and endured one humiliation after another for him.
Su Yuchuan was the capital’s most powerful and aloof ruler, with his heart belonging only to his beloved, Xu Qinghe.
When she was gravely ill, he stayed with Xu Qinghe. When she was falsely accused, he defended Xu Qinghe. When she left heartbroken, he made her promise never to return.
Only after Ye Xingyao vanished completely did he uncover the whole truth. Driven mad with regret, he searched every corner of the capital.
He was willing to give up his power and status, his pride and dignity. All he wanted was for her to come back.
Xie Xinglin was gentle as jade, the only light in her darkest hour. He protected her as she was reborn and gave her a safe haven.
Xu Qinghe was a false-hearted innocent who schemed and plotted, only to meet a fate from which there was no escape.
Later, she rose from the ashes and shone brighter than ever.
He chases his wife to the crematorium, suffering heartbreak and regret.
Devastating romance | Chasing his wife to the crematorium | Angst first, sweetness later | Powerful families in the capital | Reconciliation after a breakup
A novel about high-ranking officials in Beijing's elite circles; it was good, and it's finally finished.