(Not a feel-good story, primarily serious drama)
[Fantasy + political intrigue + mystery + ensemble cast]
[Steady, clear-headed second daughter who plans every step x gentle yet cunning, ruthless senior brother]
Her great-uncle, the Grand Preceptor, had rendered such great service that his achievements threatened the throne. To show how little he cared for power, he wanted to choose someone to act out a close family bond with him.
When he returned home with his sword in hand, the orphan Yin Nanxing was chosen as the pawn.
She accompanied her great-uncle to the capital, carrying twelve cards, a gift from her father, who had transmigrated from the future.
The capital was full of hidden currents. In public, Yin Nanxing did whatever her great-uncle asked, playing the part of an obedient disciple.
In secret, she wanted not only to establish herself and build up her own influence, but also to uncover the truth behind her parents' disappearance.
The twelve cards also foretold twelve months spent away from home over the course of her life.
During those twelve months, Yin Nanxing met a maid who could disguise herself and vanish into mist, a senior brother who commanded black waters, and a young lord who was a master of political maneuvering...
There was also the Celestial Master Pavilion that rose from nowhere, dragon bones scattered far and wide, and a Lu Ban fan that hinted at the greater forces shaping the world...
Step by step, Yin Nanxing sought answers, witnessing all manner of birth, aging, sickness, and death, of partings and reunions, of joy and sorrow.
Her tears never ran dry, yet the fire in her heart and blood remained as fierce as ever.
Note:
1. Only the heroine's father is a transmigrator. The heroine and everyone else are natives of an ancient era.
2. The story has a fantasy setting with a small number of supernatural elements.
