I Became Empress After My Kingdom Fell

As the only legitimate daughter of the emperor and empress, Yun Qi was doted on from childhood. And on top of that, she had a breathtakingly beautiful face.

When she came of age, so many people sought her hand in marriage that they nearly broke down the palace gates, but Yun Qi didn't like a single one of them.

She either disliked their looks or thought their learning too shallow.

As for family background... no one in the realm could possibly outrank her.

The emperor and empress had no choice but to console her, saying that no man in the world could be perfect in every way.

Then a coup took place, and the princess, once treated like royalty, fell into the dust and became a delicate flower anyone could pluck.

Fortunately, a kind man came to her rescue.

He was a man of humble origins and little learning. Aside from having a handsome face that was just about pleasing to the eye, excellent cooking skills that were a feast for the senses, and outstanding martial arts...

Yun Qi found something to dislike in every way.

Years later, a new dynasty was established. At the empress's enthronement ceremony, atop the heights of power, the beauty who had once captivated the capital appeared before everyone's eyes again.

She still wore a towering headdress and splendid robes. She was still sheltered from the ways of the world, and still so stunning that it took one's breath away.

The mighty emperor gently bowed his head and kissed her between the brows.

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Li Chengjun had no parents and a difficult childhood, which made him the sort of person who could do anything.

Other than surviving, he had never had any worldly desires.

Later, he met a pampered young lady who had fallen from the clouds.

His little darling was proud and beautiful, so delicate that he didn't know what to do with her.

Later still, a new dynasty was established and the realm united.

He spent half his life pursuing her, only so she could once again sit in a golden palace, untouched by the wind and snow.

#You are the only dream I have ever had in this life.#

Theme: Having seen the darkness, do not let it defeat you.