My Inner Voice is Being Eavesdropped On, and the Entire Imperial Court is Feasting on the Drama

Song Yaoyao is a reincarnated military doctor who, after dying from exhaustion during a border conflict, wakes up as the twelve-year-old second daughter of Song Shilang, a fourth-rank official in an alternate historical dynasty. Unlike her previous life of relentless struggle, she is now born into a loving family with wealth and status, and her primary goal is to live a lazy, comfortable life. However, she is bound to a Melon-Eating System named Gua Gua, which grants her access to the hidden secrets and gossip of anyone within ten meters. The system’s knowledge is always accurate, and while only her immediate family can hear her inner thoughts, the rest of the world remains oblivious to her mental commentary. For over a decade, her parents have kept her confined to their residence to protect her from the dangers of knowing too much, but this changes during the Mid-Autumn Festival palace banquet.

At the banquet, Song Yaoyao’s inner monologue becomes audible to a significant portion of the court, including the Emperor, Empress, and several high-ranking officials. Initially, her thoughts are focused on the exquisite food and her admiration for the Emperor’s handsomeness, causing confusion and amusement among the attendees. When an assassin disguised as a dancer attempts to kill the Emperor, Song Yaoyao’s system alerts her to the danger, allowing the guards to intercept the attacker. Her accidental role in preventing the assassination, combined with her innocent praise of the Empress and Empress Dowager, earns her rewards and the Emperor’s curiosity. The Emperor secretly investigates the truth behind her thoughts and discovers that Song Shilang’s claims are accurate: everything the system reveals is factual.

The core conflict escalates when Song Yaoyao uses her system to expose the dark secrets of Vice Minister of Rites, Yan Kuan, during a court session. Yan Kuan had publicly humiliated her father at the palace gate, and in retaliation, Song Yaoyao reveals through her inner thoughts that Yan Kuan is a cross-dressing enthusiast with a secret room filled with women’s clothing and accessories. The public exposure causes Yan Kuan to faint from shock and shame, marking Song Yaoyao as a formidable and dangerous figure in the eyes of the court. The Emperor, amused by her boldness and recognizing her value as an informant, appoints her as the Sixth Grade Recorder of Daily Life, a unique position that allows her to attend court sessions and record imperial proceedings. This appointment forces her into the political arena despite her desire for a quiet life.

As Song Yaoyao begins her new role, she must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics while maintaining her carefree demeanor. Her family remains anxious about her safety and reputation, particularly because her inner thoughts can inadvertently reveal sensitive information about powerful officials. The Emperor places shadow guards to protect her, acknowledging that her unique ability makes her a valuable asset but also a target. Meanwhile, Song Yaoyao continues to rely on Gua Gua for gossip, using the information to defend herself against enemies and to entertain herself. The story follows her adaptation to court life, her interactions with other officials, and her ongoing struggle to balance her modern sensibilities with the strict conventions of the ancient dynasty, all while uncovering more secrets that could shift the balance of power in the empire.