Qian Yuqing was born the daughter of the prime minister, but had been living outside the family since birth. Fortunately, a wandering physician took her in, allowing her to grow up.
The physician had spent many years doing good and saving countless lives, but was murdered in his old age. To avenge him, she returned to the prime minister's residence, hoping to use the family's influence to find the culprit.
Before she could even enter the residence, though, someone tampered with her carriage, sending it charging out of control. Luckily, her childhood friend and senior fellow disciple, Xie Baimu, rescued her before she could make a fool of herself in front of everyone.
She knew Xie Baimu had come here to serve as a hostage for her sake. But she had nothing and couldn't offer him any help. Giving up was best for both of them.
The prime minister's residence already had a foster daughter who had been spoiled since childhood. Her father and mother cared only about the family's interests. Her grandmother cared for her, but loved the younger female cousin she had raised from childhood even more.
It didn't matter. All she wanted was the title of the prime minister's legitimate daughter.
She made her talents known to catch the attention of the equally ambitious empress.
Power and revenge were what they both wanted.
Reading guide: 1. The heroine's story takes up much more of the plot than the hero's. The heroine is somewhat rash early on, mainly to draw attention. She gradually grows more levelheaded and ruthless, putting her own interests first.
2. The hero is hopelessly love-struck. He'd choose the beauty over the kingdom, but that doesn't mean he's weak.
3. There are many female characters, most of them antagonists. Maybe the heroine just has a knack for attracting villains.
Theme: You have to hold power in your own hands
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