Yitong Ceng

After years of devoted service to the late emperor, Cedric Zeller is worn out, having sacrificed his health for the good of the nation. But when the new female emperor, Xaviera Spencer, ascends the throne, she replaces him with Lucas Quinton, a scheming official unworthy of such a crucial post. Cedric has sworn to the late emperor that he will endure Xaviera a hundred times—but after that, he intends to leave without ever looking back.

After years of devoted service to the late emperor, Cedric Zeller is worn out, having sacrificed his health for the good of the nation. But when the new female emperor, Xaviera Spencer, ascends the throne, she replaces him with Lucas Quinton, a scheming official unworthy of such a crucial post. Cedric has sworn to the late emperor that he will endure Xaviera a hundred times—but after that, he intends to leave without ever looking back.

Despite being in love with Nina Lane, Gavin Bowen marries Ava Green under family pressure, vowing to divorce after three years. Over the years, he neglects her, and the situation worsens when Nina returns from abroad. Heartbroken, Ava eventually leaves, and only then does Gavin realize what he's lost. As he faces bankruptcy and Nina reveals her true colors, Ava flourishes in her career and finds happiness with someone who truly loves her.