Pacifying the Storm

When he was young and reckless, Xie Xuan relied on his superior wit to give the princess of the Yuehu Kingdom a "terrible" idea. It nearly set off a war between the two countries and thoroughly "offended" Shen Yi, the great general of the realm. He carefully prepared a gift for Lord Shen, but Lord Shen said he was neglecting his proper duties. He praised Lord Shen for his peerless beauty, but Lord Shen told him he was blinded by lust. When Xie Xuan finally got into real trouble and fell into Shen Yi's hands, he figured that after his long explanation, the worst he could expect was to be called "sharp-tongued." He never expected Shen Yi to brush the matter aside and say, "There's no need to explain. With me, you can be as spoiled and presumptuous as you like." - In the sixth year of Yongming, beneath the splendor of a prosperous age and amid hidden currents and political intrigue, Shen Yi was twenty-eight. It was the ninth year he had secretly admired Xie Xuan. From the painted bridges and willow-lined streets of the capital to the long rivers and setting sun on the frontier, the world looks on coldly at people's schemes and sins, yet bears witness to the depth of my love for you... Pairing: Mischievous on the outside, an aloof beauty on the inside, aristocratic shou (Xie Xuan) x mature and steady, softhearted, powerful general gong (Shen Yi) Reading Guide and Content Notes: 1. A plot-driven story about securing the realm and bringing peace to the land. I'll try to keep the pace brisk rather than slow-burning, but there will be plenty of romance and everyday moments, so it may not be nonstop high-octane action. It's probably best for readers who want to enjoy some plot along with their romance. 2. The gong is not a virgin. He may occasionally bottom, though that's unlikely to appear in the story. That's how he's written in my setting. 3. The main couple pursue each other mutually, are soulmates, and are very, very sweet, sweet enough to reach the heavens. Happy ending, and they take up the vast majority of the story. There are multiple pairings among the side characters, and not all of them get happy endings. 4. This is a fictional setting, and everything follows my own worldbuilding. The era is somewhat like the Northern and Southern Dynasties, when powerful clans could rival the imperial authority. 5. Scheduled updates at 6 a.m. every day, except Thursdays at 6 p.m. to make it easier to fit the rankings. Three chapters a day before it goes behind the paywall, then six chapters a day afterward, with occasional bonus updates. Theme: May the country prosper and grow strong, and may its people live happy lives~