Summary
On her wedding day, Meirin is met with a terrifying sight: Koumei Oh, the infamous War Lord, arrives drenched in blood. His family carries a deadly curse, ensuring none live past thirty due to their violent legacy. In a world where doctors have lost their standing, the mystical Xian are now entrusted with saving lives. Whispers claim that a vow with a Xian and the birth of descendants can break the Oh family’s curse, leading the Emperor to arrange Meirin’s marriage to Koumei. But Meirin harbors a perilous secret: she possesses no true Xian powers and is merely a powerless stand-in for her powerful older sister, Shenrin. Discovery could mean her demise. As she navigates this dangerous deception, Meirin finds Koumei to be far from the monster she expected, and an unexpected love begins to bloom amidst the lies. Can their fragile connection survive a deadly secret and an ancient curse? Read chapter 1 to find out!