True Heiress Cuts Ties, The Marquis Household Bitterly Regrets

Brought back to the Marquis household at ten years old, Zhaozhao was showered with affection by her parents and brother, even the fake daughter seemed warm. She believed she was truly dreaming. However, her joy shattered when they sent her to the treacherous Tomb Guard City, a place of brutal trials, revealing her purpose was to protect the fake daughter. For five years, she endured abuse from noble sons, left to die in despair just before her release. Upon death, Zhaozhao awoke with memories of her past life as King Yan of the underworld. Tasked with a trial for dereliction of duty, she now wields the Book of Life and Death, reclaiming lives and judging all. To return to her position, she must gather eighty-one evil souls and capture the Ghost King. When the Marquis family arrives to collect her, Zhaozhao ignores them, choosing Prince Su’s carriage instead. Her family curses her ingratitude, but later, they are the ones begging her to return. Zhaozhao watches them with cold indifference, unwilling to accept anything tainted. Prince Su, surrounded by an aura of misfortune, finds solace in Zhaozhao. Though she appears gentle, she is ruthless in action. As she plans to depart after completing her task, Prince Su pleads with her to take him with her.