Sheng Zhao accidentally finds herself inside a novel, where her stepmother is waiting by her bedside to poison her the moment she opens her eyes.
What a disastrous start—she absolutely cannot wake up.
Gossip System: Exciting, isn’t it? I specifically chose this moment to bind myself to you.
Sheng Zhao: You awful system! You gave me the role of a doomed cannon-fodder character!
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Sheng Zhao: What? The heroine of this novel is a maid who rises through the ranks to become the Crown Princess, kills all the princes, and wipes out my entire family?
Let’s see how I steal her destiny!
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The shredded chicken Ning Wang is eating was torn apart with the teeth of an old maid in his household. And the tooth that fell out was soaked in his soup for him to drink?
That’s disgusting. I’d better not tell him…
Huh? Why did Ning Wang suddenly dismiss every maid and old servant in his residence?
System: No idea. Maybe he prefers men.
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System: Consort Rong is pretending to be ill so she can summon the imperial physician. In reality, they spend every night having fun together.
The Minister of Revenue’s grandson brought his mistress into the residence as a wet nurse. He even wears his wife’s clothes while pursuing the thrill!
Host, that man is obsessed with picking his feet. Don’t accept the teacup he’s handing you!
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Sheng Zhao: Why do all the young masters and ladies in the capital send me invitations every day?
Why do all the princes keep following me around?
Why do the Empress Dowager and the imperial consorts keep summoning me to the palace?
And now the Emperor wants to give me an official position and have me attend court?
Wait a minute! Open your eyes and look! I’m just a motherless illegitimate daughter. Am I really worthy of all this?
Everyone: Worthy? You’re more than worthy! You’re the perfect choice!
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Sheng Zhao: Why does it feel like I run into familiar faces everywhere I go?
Everyone: Positions as random passersby, take your places! I refuse to let anyone defy Young Lady Sheng!
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The Heir: What should I do when my future wife is too popular?
Obviously, I’ll kidnap her and run away!