The Chief Secretary's Gaze Is Far from Innocent

Song Qingyan, the Chancellor's only son, grew up surrounded by books. Brilliant and learned, he could plan for every contingency. He passed the imperial examinations with top honors at every level, earning the title of top scholar and fame throughout the realm.

When he was a child, a debt of gratitude between their grandfathers led to ten-year-old Song Qingyan being promised a husband in name, and their marriage was settled.

Countless young ladies from distinguished families stomped their feet and wept, ruining more handkerchiefs than anyone could count.

Song Qingyan had always treated his betrothed like a younger brother, doing everything he could to care for and teach him. He had never entertained any improper thoughts.

In fact, when his betrothed reached the age of fifteen, Song Qingyan even foolishly thought he should keep an eye out for talented scholars and capable generals, so he could find him a good husband.

Little did he know that after their grandfathers passed away, there was no way to undo their marriage agreement. They were destined to stay together until death.

Unable to offer him his love, Song Qingyan resolved never to marry. He would watch his betrothed grow up and give him a lifetime of splendor and riches.

He thought that sacrificing his own happiness for a lifetime to protect, cherish, and indulge him would be enough to bring a happy ending to their absurd marriage.

But the other party seemed unwilling to accept his arrangements, repeatedly testing his limits.

The way he said "Third Uncle" grew more and more cloying and sweet, making Song Qingyan lose his composure and weakening his resolve time and again!

One day, unable to hold back any longer, he pinned him beneath a wisteria tree. His voice was low and dangerous. "Don't call me Third Uncle. Good boy, call me husband!"

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Theme: I'll watch you grow up, and you'll stay by my side until we're old.