The Qi family was falsely accused of treason, and Qi Xinglan, the eldest son of a general, was exiled to the southern frontier along with his younger sister. While passing through the western plains, the soldiers escorting them suddenly developed vile intentions toward Qi Xinglan and his sister.... more>>

Forced to escape with his sister, Qi Xinglan sustained severe injuries and could no longer walk. Collapsing in desperation, he thought about how he hadn’t even avenged his family before facing death. Guilt weighed heavily on his mind. He also worried about his thirteen-year-old sister, Qi Chaoting, and couldn’t let go of his concerns. Just before losing consciousness, his thoughts lingered on her safety.

When he woke up, however, he found himself in a warm royal tent. A stern-looking man with gentle eyes walked in and gazed at him tenderly.

“Who are you?”

“I’m your husband.”

Qi Xinglan was shocked to discover he had been taken to the stronghold of this so-called “King.” With assassins still after him, he quickly realized that leaving would only provoke this man and lead to certain death. Observing the man’s apparent influence, he decided that feigning affection might be the smartest move—lure him in, gain his trust, and eventually use him to exact revenge. <<less