Shen Qiao transmigrated into a book as the villainous Imperial Preceptor who tormented the male lead, Chu Yuan, the disfavored Seventh Prince, until he was at death's door.
To stay alive, he began his daily routine of "swinging the whip on the outside, offering warmth on the inside," living a double life.
He thought his acting was flawless. If he could hold on until the male lead took the throne, he could retire in Jiangnan and raise cats.
On the night of the finale, Shen Qiao tried to escape through a dog hole, only to be caught by the new emperor.
The tyrant shoved the imperial seal into his arms, smiling with obsessive devotion. "Imperial Preceptor, I heard you calling me a scheming dog in your head just now. Take my empire as your bride-price, and stay. I'll cook for you every day."
Theme: Save the beloved from the abyss with warmth and sincerity.
