The Emperor's Substitute

【Intelligent, resilient, protective medical woman × White-washed, dark-hearted, mad emperor】

Xi Xiao was an orphan with no parents. Her greatest wish was to stay with her senior brother in Medicine Valley forever, but her senior brother seemed to be hiding a secret.

She pretended not to know, wanting to ease his worries, unaware that she was falling into a carefully laid trap. Later, during a trip to Southern Xinjiang, her true identity was revealed, and she realized both she and her senior brother were mere pawns in that person's game.

She detested him intensely, but because his actions were tied to the fate of the common people, she had no choice but to compromise and distance herself.

She originally thought that once this matter was resolved, she could lead a stable life. Unexpectedly, that person confined her in the Marquis's residence. "Today's banquet, with all civil and military officials present, the Son of Heaven is also human and has a heart for beauty. I wish to welcome you into the palace..."

"Shut up!!!" Xi Xiao felt a strong wave of nausea surge from her stomach, rising to her throat. She knew this person was unfathomable; even a fraction of sincerity was mixed with nine parts of deceit. So, she threatened him with his grand ambitions to escape.

Who knew he would be completely untrustworthy? Before Xi Xiao could enjoy a few peaceful days with her senior brother, she was once again dragged into the whirlpool of power. This act completely enraged her, and the two stood on opposing sides.

Pei Yun was originally Yuan Chu's ninth prince, Ling Zhou Chong. Due to a fetal toxin, he couldn't appear before others under various internal and external pressures. He assumed the identity of the Marquis's eldest son and meticulously planned his steps.

However, he couldn't distinguish if it was the secret letters presented on his desk day and night, or the striking impression of their first meeting, that brought a special glimmer of anticipation to his bitter days.