From the moment Su Xu married into the prince's residence, she personally handled everything. She kept the household in perfect order, took care of matters both big and small, and earned a fine reputation for helping the weak outside the household.
She was never intimidated by those above her, always carried herself with the poise and confidence of a noble family, and never made a mistake.
She served the prince with all her heart, always considerate and attentive.
The prince was aloof and cold, and always kept people at a distance. Yet around her, he would occasionally say a little more than usual.
In the eyes of outsiders, they were a perfect match: a handsome man and a beautiful woman.
Then news arrived in Great Zhou that the crown prince had died in battle, and everything changed.
Su Xu's health suddenly began to deteriorate. At her worst, she couldn't even get out of bed.
Then came word that the prince intended to take a concubine. That was normal enough, except the woman he planned to take was none other than Lin Yuluo, her close friend who had visited her just the day before.
Already weak, Su Xu couldn't catch her breath and collapsed.
*
When she woke, Su Xu found herself back on the day news arrived that the crown prince had died in battle.
She let out a laugh. What could make someone happier than getting a second chance at life?
In her previous life, she'd worked hard to manage the household and put the prince first, bearing every burden without complaint until she had nothing left for herself. Yet she never received even a single moment of genuine affection in return.
Even the friend she believed was closest to her had approached her with ulterior motives.
In this life, she wanted to live for herself.
To live freely.
*
Zhou Xian was the second prince of Great Zhou. Cool and refined, with a handsome face, he was the steadiest and most popular among the princes.
He was exceptionally clever and strict about propriety, and also the emperor's favorite son.
But he suddenly noticed that his usually low-key, plainly dressed, gentle and quiet wife had become as bright and charming as a newly blossomed flower, every smile and frown graceful and captivating.
And he selfishly wanted to keep her hidden away.
Theme: Be the brightest person in the crowd.
