Lu Chiwan, the beloved ninth daughter of the wealthy Lu family in Beicheng, is rescued from a car explosion in Nancheng by Li Yanxing, a ruthless heir to the powerful Li clan. Having lost her memory in the crash, she is taken to a private hospital where Li Yanxing, initially intending to use her as bait to lure out his rival Chen Yang, discovers she is the only survivor. When Lu Chiwan wakes up and pleads with him, claiming he is her husband, Li Yanxing decides to maintain the charade to satisfy his own family's pressure for an arranged marriage while simultaneously using her to gather information about Chen Yang.
Li Yanxing brings the amnesiac Lu Chiwan to the Li family manor, introducing her as his wife, Lin Qingfu, a fabricated identity created by his assistant Lin Mu. The name is a derogatory pun on "frivolous mistress," reflecting Li Yanxing's initial view of her as merely a tool. Upon arriving at the estate, Lu Chiwan faces hostility from Li Yanxing's father, Li Shiming, and his half-sister, Li Zhining, who view her as an unworthy outsider. However, she navigates the treacherous family dynamics with surprising wit and composure, endearing herself to the matriarch, Old Madam Li, who approves of her gentle nature and devotion to her grandson.
As Lu Chiwan settles into her new role, she attempts to build a genuine connection with Li Yanxing, despite his cold and distant demeanor. She cleverly outmaneuvers Li Yanxing's stepmother, Yao Meizhu, who attempts to bribe her with expensive jewelry to spy on Li Yanxing. Lu Chiwan pretends to accept the bribe to gather evidence, displaying a shrewdness that surprises Li Yanxing and begins to chip away at his suspicion that she is merely Chen Yang's shallow mistress. Their interactions grow increasingly intimate, marked by Lu Chiwan's persistent affection and Li Yanxing's conflicting feelings of attraction and duty.
The narrative shifts when it is revealed that Lu Chiwan is actually the long-lost daughter of the Lu family, who had been searching for her since the accident. Meanwhile, Li Yanxing's investigation into her background remains inconclusive, leaving him torn between his mission and his growing attachment. The story follows their evolving relationship as Lu Chiwan tries to recover her memories while Li Yanxing struggles with his dark past and the moral ambiguity of his revenge plot. The central conflict revolves around the revelation of Lu Chiwan's true identity and the potential consequences for both their families, setting the stage for a dramatic confrontation between the Li and Lu clans.
Throughout the early chapters, Lu Chiwan's resilience and emotional intelligence allow her to gain the trust of the Li family elders, particularly Old Madam Li, who becomes a key ally. Li Yanxing, initially viewing her as a pawn, finds himself increasingly drawn to her warmth and sincerity, which contrasts sharply with the cold, violent world he inhabits. The story explores themes of identity, family loyalty, and the transformative power of love, as both characters navigate the complexities of their intertwined fates. The tension builds as secrets threaten to unravel, promising a climax where truth and deception collide.
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| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c28 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c27 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c26 |
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| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c23 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c22 |
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| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c20 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c19 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c18 |
| 2026-08-11 | shanghai fantasy | c17 |