Yuan Ran was a beloved princess, spoiled and willful since childhood. Unhappy with the marriage her father arranged for her, she openly defied his decree, humiliating her intended groom, Wei Yan.
Three years later, Yuan Ran had lived through a palace coup and a bloody struggle among brothers. Her birth brother lost power, and she gradually grew quiet and reserved.
Wei Yan, meanwhile, rose steadily through the ranks, becoming a close aide to the emperor and wielding great power. He sought no title of nobility, only the chance to marry Yuan Ran.
The emperor was troubled. "But my elder sister is already promised to someone."
Wei Yan: "Your servant has already killed the princess's fiance."
Reader's guide:
Both leads have had no prior sexual partners.
A deranged, twisted minister versus a haughty princess
Theme: Everyone, regardless of gender, should pursue equal marriage.
