[Opening in 2026]
"I hear you have two minds, so I have come to make a clean break."
She decided to head for Chang'an and free herself from the marriage contract that bound her. After that, she would enter a Buddhist temple and enjoy boundless freedom.
Little scene:
At last, my cousin had finally broken off that eyesore of an engagement.
So I asked someone to plead my case, only to receive a letter saying my cousin had decided to spend the rest of her life beside the green lamp.
My cousin had devoted herself to Buddhism.
What was I supposed to do now?
2:
I refused to accept it and cornered her by the rockery.
"What do you mean by this?"
My cousin lowered her lashes. Her fair, delicate skin seemed to float in the sunset, glowing with a gentle warmth. She had the face of someone in love, yet all she ever said was cruel.
She said, "Cousin, it seems we are not fated to be together. I have decided to spend my life beside the green lamp. All I can do is wish you find a good match soon."
The main story is told in third person.
Blurb to be revised.
Cover art courtesy of teacher Bulu Bulu (covers available).
Theme: I only wish to stay by your side forever
