A Lonely Sorrow in Shallow Waters

They are not related by blood, yet live under the same roof. They look alike, but their status and position are completely different: one is the master, the other a servant. Though naturally cold and aloof, their positions force them to submit. She is You Shui, the sole heir to the entire You Group. He is You Qian, a lowly servant branded by her and assigned to serve at her side.

They come from different worlds. How can they ever be in sync? And how can she keep him in her grasp if he is not her master?

1. This is not a matriarchal story in the strict sense. At most, it's about a strong woman. Men don't give birth in this story.

2. The plot is melodramatic, but not deliberately so. I'll do my best to write each character according to normal human logic. Their personalities may not be very distinct, but I'll try to make them so.

3. The male lead is not weak, cowardly, despicable, or lewd... His personality is fairly ordinary, perhaps the restrained, true-to-himself type. Whether that's good or bad is hard to say. I'll try to let the plot bring out his character.

4. A love-hate relationship, family feuds, and a slow build. Updates may be delayed, but I will never abandon this story. Thank you for adding it to your favorites. I won't abandon it, I won't abandon it, I won't abandon it. Important things must be said three times.

5. There will be angst, there will be angst, there will be angst, but not for the sake of angst. It may be present in every chapter. Due to the site's requirements, it won't get too intense, but I'll do my best to make it gripping. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

6. The story has an HE ending. The male lead can be considered a loyal puppy, while the female lead is not a scumbag.

“What's the point of endless revenge? Why don't we just get together?”