Marry a Husband, Follow His Lead

Chai He and Li Shushen were betrothed as children, but they had met only a handful of times.

He had studied in town since he was little, learning the Four Books and Five Classics, as well as propriety and honor. He was truly well-read, from a family with a long scholarly tradition.

She, on the other hand, had grown up in the countryside, climbing trees to raid nests and fishing in the river. She was carefree, but couldn't read a single character.

For more than a decade, they had kept out of each other's way and lived their own lives.

Chai He thought that was just fine!

Who knew that after Li Shushen's father died unexpectedly, his family would soon decide to go study at his mother's family home, and stay there for good?

Word was that Li's mother came from an official family, surrounded by fine clothes, rich food, and servants. They were leaving, and no one knew when they would return to their hometown. When Chai He's mother found out, she panicked and slapped her thigh. "He'er is going with them!"

Chai He was dumbfounded...

Reader's notes: 1. This story is set in a fictional world, so please don't nitpick the historical details.

2. This is a slow-burn story, mainly focused on everyday life.

3. The leads are exclusive to each other, and the romance unfolds gradually too.