Let Them Go East or West

Zhao Nan is a lowly maid in the Lu household. All she wants is to save enough money to take her frail younger sister back to their village to recuperate. But when she returns home full of hope, she learns that her sister has been murdered.

She vows to uncover the truth and avenge her. But her enemy is powerful and surrounded by skilled fighters. Bandits, poison, and attempts to sow discord come one after another, leaving Zhao Nan trapped and in constant danger.

After weighing her options, she has no choice but to travel with Lin Ji, whose goal is the same as hers.

The Lin family of the capital has been known for its uprightness for generations. Lin Ji, its eldest legitimate son, is a young general praised by all. But after enemies frame him and his family is destroyed, Lin Ji vanishes without a trace. He keeps a low profile for ten years, then returns, wanting only to remove the corrupt officials and clear the names of the dead.

He thought he was setting out on a lonely mission of revenge, but along the way he gains a maid who shares his hatred of their enemies. She uses clever tricks to blow up a bandit stronghold, risks her life to obtain an antidote, and even uses herself as bait to draw out the enemy lurking in the shadows. Unable to bear the thought of her dying, Lin Ji would rather go their separate ways forever if it meant she could live out her days in peace. But when he turns away, he sees her coming back.

Under the sunlight, Zhao Nan smiles brightly, and his tranquil heart ripples.

It turns out Zhao Nan figured out Lin Ji's plan and was furious. He wants to go to his death with dignity, but she won't let him. Their eyes meet, and when she sees him sprinting toward her, her breath catches. No matter what lies ahead, from now on they will stay by each other's side.

1. The heroine grows over time. She's a little weak at first, but by the middle and later parts she will grow into the game and crush her opponents.

2. The story is split 60:40 between plot and romance. The leads have a sweet relationship, with a few bittersweet moments in the plot.

3. I've been too busy lately, so updates are every other day. I'll return to daily updates when I'm back in good shape. Comments and bookmarks are very welcome!

Theme: Even if you overestimate yourself, don't stop until your dying breath.