After transmigrating, Qin Zhao became a cannon-fodder female supporting character in an ancient romance novel. The story began with Princess Jiale coming to the capital to choose a husband, but the princess didn't survive past the first three chapters.
Just... absurd!!!
On the day of the husband selection,
Qin Zhao, who lived to stir up trouble, gazed at the crowded gathering of noble young men below, then suddenly spotted He Lan Shuo, the original story's traitorous contrarian who betrayed everyone he met.
Since she was here, wouldn't it be a shame not to indulge in being emperor?
*
The emperor issued an edict requiring all eligible young men from noble families in the capital to attend a banquet welcoming Princess Jiale. The ambitious young lord, He Lan Shuo, who would one day become a powerful pillar of the state, dressed himself up and happily went along.
In the resplendent golden hall, he saw for the first time the Princess Jiale, reputed to be the leader of all libertines and to keep three thousand male companions.
“Her Highness's beauty is unmatched since ancient times, never before seen in this world. Her grace and splendor defy all praise.”
As he flattered her, he coolly wondered: She's beautiful, all right. After I've made use of her, should I wring her neck or reward her with a cup of poisoned wine?
Qin Zhao smiled sweetly, her breath fragrant as orchids, and said, “Kneel.”
She wasn't afraid He Lan Shuo would be difficult to handle. She was only afraid he wouldn't be fun enough to tame.
*
Later,
one night,
General He Lan rushed back, clad in armor and bearing his sword, seething with murderous rage like a demon descended to the mortal world. He charged straight into the new emperor's bedchamber.
On the dragon bed, gauzy curtains fluttered, and shadows swayed.
“I heard His Majesty is entertaining a companion tonight. I have come to offer my congratulations.”
Grinding his teeth, eyes bloodshot, he slowly drew the cold, gleaming Dragon Fang saber.
Qin Zhao caught the smell of dust and travel on him from across the room. She turned over and said coldly, “Get out.”
He Lan Shuo: “...Oh.”
The pillar of the state, who had once dominated the battlefield, quietly left the bedchamber and stood motionless by the door. He decided to wait until she had slept enough, then have a proper “word” with her!
[Sweet-faced, scheming femme fatale with a knack for luring men x aloof, slightly unhinged cool guy who turns from mad dog into loyal hound]
[Blurb written on June 15, 2022, screenshot saved]
1. A true female lead, Mary Sue, adored by everyone
2. No rivalry between women, the men really suffer, male lead is a virgin, dog-training romance. The male lead is arrogant and unruly at first, which makes him all the more satisfying to tame
3. Not a matriarchy. My own take on fictional court intrigue, very silly, with the logic serving the female lead
4. If this isn't for you, don't read it, and don't insult anyone
Theme: Be independent and strong, and respect and love yourself
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