Song Yang was a good-for-nothing: spoiled and willful, yet blessed with a face so beautiful it seemed almost otherworldly. At a glance, he was clearly no ordinary person.
He was a collateral member of a minor aristocratic clan, and his family was gradually falling into poverty. But he loved the finer things in life and dreamed of marrying into power so he could live comfortably.
And, as it turned out, he really did manage to win the favor of several men of high standing.
His first lover was someone he pursued by currying favor with the powerful. After a tremendous amount of effort, he barely managed to become his lover’s page.
His second lover seized him by force. Song Yang became empress, but nearly died at this lover’s hands.
His third lover, however, came to him of their own accord, showering him with every luxury imaginable. The throne was still well within his reach.
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As it happened, all his lovers were influential figures who could stir the world into turmoil. They nearly fought each other to the death over him.
So everyone gritted their teeth and cursed him as a disastrous beauty, a bewitching menace.
Song Yang felt terribly misunderstood. All he wanted was to be a wastrel who spent his days cockfighting and chasing dogs.
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Reader’s Guide:
1. The protagonist is a delicate, widely adored shou. He’s also foolish, timid, and pampered, and can’t stand up for himself.
2. This is a light, fluffy read. Please forgive any illogical plot points.
3. Includes scenes of the shou being forced into submission, as well as some dark, disturbing fanservice. Read with caution.
4. I’ll add more if I think of anything.
Theme: Never disdain humble beginnings; persistence brings results in time.
