Everyone in the capital knew that the Lin family, the richest family in the land, had taken in a delicate, money-loving woman who seemed as frail as a willow in the breeze.
She smiled without showing her teeth, never ate more than three bites, and even holding a hand warmer left her breathing delicately.
A poor common girl hoping to become the richest man's wife was bound to inspire endless gossip.
Hu Tiantian didn't care. She kept her mother's teachings close to heart and obediently played the part of a fragile beauty, making the richest man's son feel both protective and enamored, unable to get enough of her. He called her "Tiantian" with affection every day.
That is, until one day, she found a penniless, sickly man in the snow and he saw her casually strolling along after hoisting a boulder with one hand.
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Yan Shuo had stormed out of his home in a fit of pique. He'd gone to work as a waiter at a restaurant, but his looks were so striking that the owner began plotting to profit from his charms.
After he flew into a rage and caused a scene at the restaurant, he was left starving and freezing. He collapsed by the side gate of the richest family's estate, where a girl with incredible strength saved him. From that moment, he was smitten for life.
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They exchanged names.
"Miss, does your name mean 'sweet' as in sweet and lovely?"
Hu Tiantian looked Yan Shuo up and down. He was exceptionally handsome, but unfortunately had no money. They probably wouldn't cross paths again, so she felt safe giving him her real name.
"No. It's Tian, as in ten thousand acres of good farmland."
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The leads speak for themselves:
Hu Tiantian: "I do love you, but you're too poor. I'm sorry."
Yan Shuo: "It's not her fault she didn't choose me. It's mine. But she's far too naive if she thinks I'll just give up."
[Reading Guide]
1. A lighthearted, sweet romance. Both leads have passionate journeys of growth.
2. A money-loving woman falls for a poor guy. The heroine is determined to pursue wealth, while the hero is rebellious and confident, and determined to win her over.
3. Includes discussions of family relationships.
Blurb edited on December 8, 2025
Theme: People are loved not because they are perfect
