Summary
Everyone in the capital envies Shen Yao, believing her life is a fairytale surrounded by the Crown Prince and other esteemed nobles since childhood. But for Shen Yao, it’s a gilded cage, especially with the Crown Prince, who has always made his disdain clear. He even went as far as to draft an engagement annulment, desperate to avoid marrying her. Enough is enough. Shen Yao takes matters into her own hands, decisively breaking off their betrothal and reclaiming her freedom.
Initially, the Crown Prince revels in his newfound liberty. Yet, a strange unease begins to settle. Who is this captivating girl playing polo with Jiang Er? Who is the charming lady sharing a table with Fifth Brother? And who is the brilliant student collaborating with Kang Yi? Each time, the answer is the same: Lady Shen Yao. The girl he once scorned now shines brightly, captivating everyone but him. As she flourishes beyond his shadow, the Crown Prince finds himself haunted by the memory of the ‘little green plum’ he so carelessly cast aside. Can he win back the heart of the woman he pushed away? Dive into chapter 1 to witness the beginning of their tangled fate!