Her family was framed and sentenced to execution, and only Shaohua escaped disaster.
Her glorious life fell into ruin overnight. She met Xie Jiu at her most wretched.
"Interested? I need people for my rebellion." He said the most shocking thing in the most casual tone.
With nowhere else to turn, Shaohua agreed.
But she soon realized she'd fallen into a huge trap. Every day, she was immersed in a sea of bizarre knowledge, studying books like Three Tricks to Becoming a Wise Ruler, Build a Strong Army in Three Years and Conquer the World in Five, and A Complete Guide to Political Factions at Court.
It wasn't until she was completely bewildered and pushed into the highest position that she realized she'd been tricked. Who asks for people to join a rebellion when what they really need is the leader of the rebellion?
But the liar himself showed no remorse. Yawning with the air of a happy slacker, he said, "I didn't lie to you. I really did need someone: a future emperor. I'll make sure you get the throne. The job comes with five insurances and one housing fund, stable employment, and a lifetime contract. Right now, only we answer to you, but if you work hard at governing, the whole realm will answer to you in the future. What a bright prospect."
If the prospect was so bright, why didn't he take it?
Shaohua sneered. "Fine. Starting today, you'll follow my schedule. Sleep at the third watch and get up at the fifth. No asking for leave or slacking off. Young people should work harder."
1. The main story leans toward serious drama. The synopsis simply tries to portray the leads in a lively way from one angle.
2. A driven heroine with her life on the line, and a wealthy, carefree hero who'd rather be a slacker.
3. Hear the first bell at the corner tower; pluck the first red palace flower.
This story was inspired by First Rate.
5. Enjoy reading, and cheers.
Theme: Remember the lofty ambitions you held when you were young, and how you once vowed to be the best in the world.
