Later, I Became the Beloved Crown Prince

Chu Yan transmigrated into the body of a deposed crown prince who had been mentally disabled for years. His father suspected him, his mother favored others, his biological younger brother feared he would take the throne, and the entire capital treated him as a laughingstock. He had planned to live quietly and keep his head down, but then he discovered he had extraordinary strength and a photographic memory. If his mind could handle books and his body could handle battle, wouldn’t it be a waste not to do something with these gifts from Heaven? So, before long A certain minister: Prince An has neglected his studies for years. I fear he’s not fit for great responsibility. The Emperor: Nonsense! My son is a genius. I want to make him Crown Prince. A certain consort: Prince An was shown no affection when he was ill. He must be holding a grudge. The Empress: Nonsense! My son is filial. I want to help him become Crown Prince. A certain prince: Prince An is all the rage now. He’s a threat to your position! Younger brother: Nonsense! As long as my brother is Crown Prince, who could threaten me! Later, Chu Yan had fans throughout the imperial court and palace. The capital’s number-one troublemaker was betrothed to Prince An as his consort, to the delight of the entire city. One was a menace, the other a fool. They were a perfect match! The little troublemaker saw Prince An as a terrifying monster. Once the marriage was arranged, his parents, who had always doted on him, suddenly hardened their hearts. They beat him, grounded him, and he was even nearly thrown into a lake by Prince An! The little troublemaker in other people’s eyes: Terrified QAQ Only after they were married did he discover that Prince An, supposedly mentally disabled for years and hopeless at winning his father’s favor, was actually brilliant, constantly in the Emperor’s good graces, and especially gentle with him. One-on-one romance. Theme: Self-reliance brings peace to all under Heaven.