The year she graduated, Xiao Ya's childhood sweetheart, whom she'd loved in secret for five years, got together with her best friend. Then the sister she depended on, along with her brother-in-law, died in a car accident. Xiao Ya's life sank into the mire.
On the day of the funeral, her niece hurt herself, while the rest of the family cared only about dividing up the estate. Xiao Ya took her niece and fled the broken home in the pouring rain.
At her most wretched, a black umbrella appeared over her head.
She turned and saw Shen Qi sitting in a Maybach, elegant and distinguished, as cold as a mountain.
The car's air-conditioning mingled with the man's scent and washed over her. Xiao Ya sat uneasily on the luxurious seat as water dripped from her clothes, leaving her looking miserable and embarrassed.
Shen Qi draped his custom suit over her shoulders. His brows shifted slightly. "Although the court ruled that I wasn't at fault, I... want to take some responsibility."
Xiao Ya stared at the Belida jade watch on his wrist, her eyes stinging with tears. She leaned over and bit hard into his pale wrist.
Only when the taste of blood filled her mouth did she let go and look up. Her clear, autumnal eyes brimmed with hatred, yet she said, "Could you... lend me some of your power? I'll be very obedient."
The young woman's flushed face was reflected in Shen Qi's cool eyes.
She did look... pretty obedient.
After they married, they had nothing to do with each other and went about their separate business.
Until one night, Xiao Ya celebrated her birthday at her best friend's bar. After a drinking contest, she danced a sexy, spicy routine and knocked down three drunken men who tried to take advantage of her.
She sat on a barstool, gently swirling her glass, her expression bold and defiant. "Don't tell me you're just related to Shen Qi. Even if it were Shen Qi himself, if he tried anything with me, I'd make sure he couldn't get it up for the rest of his life!"
Unfortunately, Shen Qi saw the whole thing from where he leaned against the second-floor railing.
As if he'd discovered something interesting, Shen Qi raised an eyebrow.
She's quite the actress. [Fake-obedient rebel girl VS cool, distinguished, scheming big boss]
1. Cover art by: Mu Yu y
Theme: Strength is the most resilient weapon