Name: The Bright Moon Once Shone on Little Chong Mountain
Author: Wen Tan

Synopsis

Xie Zhaoning was once the most notorious poisoner in Bianjing.

Everyone called her a wicked woman and despised her.

They cursed her, saying that despite her exalted status, her phoenix crown and ceremonial robes,

even she could no longer remember the number of vile, secret deeds she had committed.

But no one knew

how deeply she regretted it in her final moments,

or how she lamented that the best years of her life had vanished amid Bianjing’s endless splendor.

Golden finery hastens the end of spring’s beauty; the bright moon once shone over the hills.

Please note:

1. I will not provide content warnings while the story is being serialized. Readers who need them should consider carefully before reading.

2. The characters’ values do not represent the author’s. Please keep them separate.

3. This story has every kind of household intrigue. If you can’t accept that, please don’t read it.

4. I may delete controversial comments. If you can’t accept that, please don’t comment.

5. Quality comes first. If I can’t write, I’ll stop updating, and I’ll let you know when I do.

Theme: Life should be lived on a bright and shining path

Other names

Ming Yue Zeng Zhao Xiao Chong ShanEnglish name

Stats

164Chapters

80.3kFavorites

125.7kClicks per chapter

7.2Score

65.1kNutrient gifts

Honours

76King Ticket · Romance

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