The Crane Returns

Gu Qingmo’s family, loyal to the bone, died unjustly in the chaos at Shao Mountain. She alone escaped the flames. After eight years of patiently lying low, she was finally ready. Disguised as a man, she returned to Shengjing, manipulating factional struggles, playing the game of power, and throwing the court into turmoil. Everyone urged her to let go, but only that seemingly carefree man believed in her and protected her. Later, Gu Qingmo asked Su Jie why. “Why? Because one look at you was all it took for me to fall. I became your willing servant, ready to help you shape the court you want.”