The Ming Family's Daughter

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Blurb:

She is the legitimate daughter of a marquis's household, and the Rong'en County Lady, a title bestowed on her personally by the emperor as a rare exception.

He was born into a common family. After placing first in all three imperial examinations, he became a rising star in court.

The two had no connection at all, but a single imperial edict made them husband and wife.

She thought he married her because he was following the emperor's orders, just as she had married him. Only later did she realize that this was what he had wanted all along.

He said, "When I first saw you, I thought, 'This is what my wife ought to be.'"

She thought, with a husband like this, what more could she ask for in this life?

P.S.:

1. The female lead is a scheming girl.

2. This is a fictional setting, and the story is a slow burn.

Blurb for The Emperor Gets His Face Slapped Again Today:

Yu Yuan was born into the family of a low-ranking fifth-grade official, and had just turned sixteen.

She had planned to marry a promising young scholar, but an imperial consort selection came along, and through a twist of fate, she became a beauty in the palace.

As for the only emperor in the palace, Emperor Xuanzheng, Yu Yuan had no interest in him at all. She only wanted to focus on her career.

As for the exceptionally beautiful Lady Yu, Emperor Xuanzheng had no interest in her at all. Since ancient times, beautiful women had been nothing but trouble.

Yu Yuan: Don't fall for me. It won't end well. I'm busy with my career, so don't bother me.

Emperor Xuanzheng: The person I can't stand most in this life is that woman surnamed Yu.

One day, Emperor Xuanzheng heard that Lady Yu had hurt her foot while practicing a dance. He merely gave a quiet nod.

Then he ordered Li Fuhai to deliver some jade dew ointment.

Another day, he heard that Lady Yu had scalded her hand while making tea. He furrowed his brows and told Li Fuhai to bring her painkillers.

And another day, he heard that Lady Yu had been bullied by another consort, and immediately rushed over to save her.

Emperor Xuanzheng: That really stings.

P.S.:

1. A charming, mischievous beauty x an emperor whose actions contradict his words

2. Although the male lead has other consorts, he has never been intimate with any of them.

3. This is a fictional setting.

Theme: Sweet romance