Synopsis
[Two powerful leads + sweet and angsty moments + devoted to each other + female awakening + mutual salvation]
Genius pharmacology expert and female assassin VS devoted, many-secret-identities, wickedly charming man
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The Longxia Kingdom is on the brink of collapse. The emperor is obsessed with finding a way to live forever, while the people suffer terribly. Jiang An is the only survivor of her family. To avenge her family and investigate the wrongful case against them, she puts herself in danger and willingly lets others use her. With her talent for pharmacology, she becomes a sought-after female assassin in the Qianji Hall. Her journey is arduous, and only Ji Xun shares her burdens and hatred, along with her joys and sorrows. They are partners in each other's growth, and the salvation of each other's broken lives.
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News of the war reaches the court: the Cangyi Kingdom's army is advancing relentlessly, and the Longxia army led by General Zhao has suffered defeat after defeat. The emperor flies into a rage. "In all this vast Longxia, is there not one person who can lead an army to victory?"
At this moment of national crisis, Ji Xun steps forward. "I am willing to lead the army and save our country from disaster."
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"You're going to war? You've spent so many years lying low just to get revenge. Won't you regret giving up now?" Jiang An doesn't blame him for revealing his identity in court and leading the army to war. She only feels immense heartache for the man before her. She knows how many hardships he's endured over the years. Now, at the very last moment, he's forced to give it all up. Why can't Heaven treat him a little better?
"If the country falls, what meaning is there in avenging our families? I have no regrets."
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On the day he departs for war, Jiang An rushes toward Ji Xun in his armor. The feelings she's suppressed for so long finally burst forth, and she calls to him with red-rimmed eyes: "Ji Xun, I love you."
Ji Xun's heart skips a beat. He lowers his sword and pulls Jiang An into his arms, holding her tightly as he promises, "If I make it back alive, I'll give you the peace you've been seeking for so long."
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In the Eastern Palace, the Crown Prince looks at the woman before him and asks, "Have you never wondered why Ji Xun sent you into the palace?"
Jiang An's gaze is resolute. "I trust him, and I trust myself."
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The plot never drags or pads for length, and the pacing is fast. The protagonists communicate openly.
If you're the kind of reader who nitpicks everything and takes offense easily, this story isn't for you.
(This is a new author's work, so please be understanding of its flaws.)
Theme: Love of country and family