Before the Powerful Minister Turned Evil

Liang Manman transmigrated into the body of a newlywed peasant girl in ancient times. Her home was bare, her parents-in-law had died long ago, and her husband was away most of the year. They were so poor that they were about to live on leftover soup. Unable to stand being poor for another second, Liang Manman decided to set up a stall and support herself. Steaming, fragrant tofu pudding, plump vegetable buns, crisp and delicious savory pancakes, and pork head meat in a sauce so tasty you couldn't forget it. Thanks to quality ingredients and her own secret recipes, her snack stall was packed with customers every day. One day, a fair and handsome scholar came to her stall. Her younger sister-in-law rushed over and called him “Brother.” The scholar then produced a hefty bundle of silver and respectfully handed it to Liang Manman. “This is what I've earned for household expenses. You won't have to work so hard anymore, my wife.” Liang Manman, who had been working hard every day to save money from her modest business: “??? Fifty taels!!!” Good heavens, you can earn that much copying books in the city for just one month?!!! Let her think... Her husband was handsome, could earn money, and was hardly ever home? Maybe this life wasn't so bad after all. With her unique skills and someone's ability to rake in money day after day, the couple moved their home from a small town to the county seat, then to the provincial capital. Their little snack stall grew into one of the best restaurants around. But one day, Liang Manman dreamed that her handsome, considerate husband was actually a powerful court official, with influence over everything and a ruthless streak. He not only did away with all his political rivals, but also abandoned her early on and married a highborn woman instead. After waking up, Liang Manman looked at her future powerful official husband as he considerately draped a coat over her shoulders and decided to take her silver and run as soon as possible. Who knew that before she could even leave the provincial capital, he would corner her in his arms? He frowned at her, his handsome face full of innocence and confusion. “Why would you leave your husband behind, my dear?” “Didn't we agree to build a successful life together and grow old side by side?” After all, you aren't the person you used to be, and your husband isn't the man he was in his previous life, either. Theme: Make your own way and build a happy life in ancient times.