The sinister and forbearing prince in distress VS the sober and proud general's legitimate daughter
They use each other at the beginning, push to the limit throughout the whole process, plot over love, restrain affection, put family and country first, two-way redemption, HE stable ending
The heroine: not love-minded, not weak, sober and rational, fights for the survival of the family throughout her life, and does not get lost in emotion.
The male protagonist: He is careful at every step, has a deep castle, and plays chess cold-bloodedly, but he makes an exception for the female protagonist.
There is no dog-blooded white lotus, no brainless misunderstandings, all members' IQs are online, and the intrigues in the court + the military power on the battlefield + the game in the palace go hand in hand.
Purpose: True love is valuable under the machinations: everyone is involved for profit, power, and family, and people's hearts are all disguised and calculated. Pure heartbeat is a rare salvation in the dark court, proving that love will not be completely swallowed up by ambition.