Childhood Friends, Ten Years Apart

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Zhang Yitang was once the fifth young master of the Grand Commandant's residence, a heaven-blessed darling whom everyone envied. Then, in a single day, he lost everything and became an orphan. At a young age, he carried the burden of a blood feud. In the Golden Hall, he pointed his sword at his enemies and avenged his family, earning the favor of the emperor and powerful ministers.

Mature beyond his years, he was also weary of the world. His eyes and heart were dim and lifeless. He had planned to withdraw from society, but an abandoned child tied him down. From then on, a ray of light entered his heart, faint but radiant.

Song Xiao was the adopted daughter of the Chancellor's household. She hadn't wanted Zhang Yitang to come to the residence. Zhang Yitang stayed there because of her, and he hadn't wanted to either. But in this vast sea of people, it's hard to bear being alone. Someone had to keep the other company. She stayed by his side through his years of uncertainty, and he wove a beautiful future for her.

They often bickered, sometimes arguing until their faces turned red. But when it came to love, he was willing to admit defeat, and he went on losing for the rest of his life.

She was the white moonlight in his heart, illuminating its depths;

She was the cinnabar mark on his chest, setting his heart ablaze.

Song Xiao: "Swimming in Fifth Brother's heart lake makes me so happy!"

Zhang Yitang: "Why wouldn't I eat a silly fish I've already fattened up?"

At first, Zhang Yitang only wanted to be a good older brother, but his fluttering heart wouldn't let him.

Song Xiao didn't know when Zhang Yitang had fallen in love with her, but she knew he couldn't live without her.

One person is lonely; two people bring warmth.

Scheming man x well-behaved woman

[Reading Guide]: 1. The male and female leads are ten years apart in age;

2. They are not siblings, nor are they siblings in name. They simply grew up in the Chancellor's residence;

3. None of the characters have a golden finger;

4. No household infighting. The plot calls for it, so the female lead won't stay cooped up at home.

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