When a little flower sprite transmigrates into the destined-to-die-early Yongzheng-era Noble Consort Nian, Nian Jiao: QAQ ... more>>

She decides to cling tightly to her future boss’s thigh, protect her family, save her troublemaker Second Brother, and incidentally, save herself.

Fourth Master appreciates elegance—so Nian Jiao proclaims herself a talented lady, secretly hiring ghostwriters to compose poetry.

Fourth Master values frugality—so Nian Jiao follows steadfastly, secretly hoarding money and jewelry.

No flashy gold and silver accessories, no extravagant clothing, meals leaning toward the bland—farewell, beloved braised pork trotters.

Everything can be sacrificed, except for one little hobby—keeping a diary.

Nian Jiao: I’ll give it my all!

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The world knows that Yong Prince’s Consort Nian is a peerless beauty, a delicate flower cradled in Fourth Master’s palm.

The delicate flower worships her master, and the master dotes on her, shielding her from the slightest wind or rain.

Until one day, the master accidentally flips open the delicate flower’s diary, where it reads:

“Living a long life is the priority—men are just seasoning.”

Fourth Master’s face darkens instantly.

Reading further—

“Poetry is so hard to memorize.”

“I miss braised pork trotters.”

“I want the boss to sleep on the floor.”

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“The Royal Residence can’t afford colorful porcelain—everything’s plain blue, plain white.”

“The boss is probably broke… and a little stingy. QAQ”

The “a little stingy” Fourth Master lets out a cold laugh.

Nian Jiao’s cover is blown—unexpectedly. <<less

Consort Yi, who was breathtakingly beautiful and the most doted on in the imperial harem, had a nightmare about the future. ... more>>

The crown prince was deposed. The fourth prince ascended the throne. Her sworn enemy, Consort De, became the empress dowager. Her son, the fifth prince, was not allowed to have an important position. The ninth prince died while he was imprisoned. The eleventh prince died of an illness during infancy. Although Kangxi spoiled her with sweet words of love, he took in many women in his later years and cast her aside.

Kangxi urged the new emperor that if Consort Yi was domineering and disrespectful after he passed away, then the new emperor did not need to take his feelings into consideration.

In the end, she died in desolation.

After awaking from her dream –

Consort Yi: We are not going to bother.

Whoever wants to be the favoured consort can go ahead and be the favoured consort!

The emperor didn’t say anything, but knew deep down that out of all those in the imperial harem, only Consort Yi had his heart.

She was beautiful, considerate, thoughtful, and knew how to handle various situations. Once in a while, she had a bit of a temper.

But suddenly, one day, Consort Yi went on strike. In order to refuse his favour, she did everything she possibly could.

Yun Xiu: I am jealous and malicious…

Kangxi: ??? <<less

My name is Aixin Jueluo Hong Yan. My father is the Crown Prince, and my mother is the Crown Princess. In history, there is no record of someone like me. ... more>>

My father had it rough—twice appointed and twice deposed.

My mother had it even worse—she never bore a son in her lifetime.

I thought about it—this won’t do. If my dear father loses his position as heir apparent, as the Firstborn Imperial Grandson, what kind of future awaits me?

So—

In public, I smile demurely; in private, I mind my manners.

Outside, I compete for the Emperor’s favor; at home, I bury myself in books.

But who would’ve thought? My father ended up with the script of a winner in life—

With the Emperor shielding him from the front and his own son cheering him on from behind.

I asked solemnly, "Father, are you the protagonist with a halo over your head?"

Father chuckled. That night, my backside bloomed like a flower.

Very well. It’s time to put the East Palace demolition plan on the agenda.

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As a blue-blooded imperial descendant and Kangxi’s little darling, Hong Yan was born into boundless favor.

He could strut sideways through the Forbidden City, dressed in brocade and never wanting for food or drink. His only worry was his father Yinreng’s title as Crown Prince—which, years later, would be prefixed with the word "deposed."

At the age of five, Hong Yan finally uncovered the little secret his grandfather had desperately tried to hide. His only worry? Gone!

Hong Yan immediately drafted a plan to live as a carefree slacker—until a godforsaken system dropped from the sky:

"Ding! The Monthly Ability System is now online! Monthly Abilities may repeat upon acquisition. Final interpretation rights belong solely to the system. Here’s a beginner’s gift pack—choose one of two options:

1. [Good at Confiscating Homes] – Holder: Yinzhen. Duration: One month. Non-transferable. Abilities to be explored independently.

2. [River Management Expert] – Holders: Jifu, Li Guangdi. Duration: One month. Non-transferable. Abilities to be explored independently."

Hong Yan: ?

Damn it, I’m only five!

Notes:

1. This is an alternate universe! AU! No historical nitpicking! Don’t worry about forced system mechanics—the abilities are all made-up for fun. Take it seriously and you lose.

2. The male lead is a scheming little brat; the female lead is just background decoration.

Tags: Qing Dynasty Transmigration, Slice-of-Life, System, Wish Fulfillment

Main Character: Hong Yan

Supporting Characters: Kangxi’s entire family

Other Works: Check out my upcoming novel "The Qing Dynasty’s Most Doted Consort"! <<less