Reborn After Widowhood, the Mistress of the House Seduces the Rugged Marquis

Wen Shuyi is a poised, refined, and dignified young woman from a distinguished family. She excels at poetry and lyrics, is skilled in musical composition, and is accomplished in the four arts of the qin, chess, calligraphy, and painting. She is elegant enough to appreciate romantic pursuits, yet also capable of managing a household and its finances. She is the ideal bride sought by every powerful and noble family in the capital. Just as she is about to become engaged, an imperial decree arranges her marriage to the newly risen Marquis of Wu'an. The Marquis of Wu'an came from humble origins, but has won great military honors and once saved the emperor. He is now a favorite of His Majesty and at the height of his power. Wen Shuyi thinks he is uncouth, crude, devoid of romance, and insatiable. They have nothing to talk about, and she is all the more convinced they could never be a loving couple. Later, when she is widowed, she finds herself longing for his towering frame, his warm embrace, and the way he always stood up for her and fiercely protected her. Only then does she realize that the rough man had long ago claimed her heart with his forceful presence. Given another chance, she wants to love him, with all her heart.