The Entire Court Watched the Scandal Unfold—And Called It Thrilling!

Yu Hua, an eighteen-year-old woman exhausted by a life of relentless labor across nine reincarnations, dies saving a beggar during a storm. In the underworld, the King of Hell, impressed by her accumulated merit, offers her a reincarnation into wealth and officialdom. However, due to an oversight, she skips Meng Po’s soup and retains her memories. She is reborn as Yu Hua, the long-awaited daughter of Yu Jinghong, the Minister of Revenue, and his wife Shen Yanchu. Initially thrilled by her new status as a rich official’s daughter, she soon realizes through her inner monologues that her family are cannon fodder in a novel she once read, destined for tragic ends. Because she did not drink the soup, her family members can hear her thoughts, prompting them to unite in protecting her and altering their fates.

As Yu Hua grows, her family uses her foresight to avert disasters, such as preventing her father from being drugged by a scheming cousin and exposing a servant’s plot to swap babies. At age twelve, Yu Hua awakens the Gossip System, named Guagua, which provides her with secrets and a protective shield. Her ability to predict events and offer strategic advice becomes apparent when she casually suggests the Tui’en Decree to solve the empire’s political crisis regarding regional princes. Her father, Yu Jinghong, presents this strategy to Emperor An Yi, who is astonished by its brilliance. Shortly after, auspicious clouds gather above the Yu residence, leading the Emperor to decree that Yu Hua enter court as the Anshun Envoy, a position she initially resists due to her love for comfort and sleep.

Yu Hua’s first day at court is chaotic. She arrives half-asleep, slumps in her chair, and her stomach growls loudly, causing embarrassment for her father. However, the Emperor grants her special privileges, allowing her to sit and eat during sessions. Through the Gossip System, Yu Hua learns the private secrets of high-ranking officials. She inadvertently exposes the Prime Minister’s habit of crying before solving problems, bringing amusement to the court. More critically, she reveals the treasonous activities and immense illicit wealth of Prince Jing. The Emperor, who is struggling with an empty treasury, uses this information to order an immediate raid on Prince Jing’s mansion, recovering stolen fortunes and neutralizing a potential rebellion.

The collapse of Prince Jing’s faction resolves the empire’s financial crisis, earning Yu Hua the Emperor’s gratitude and lavish gifts. Despite her young age and unruly behavior, she proves to be a valuable asset to the throne, serving as both a lucky charm and an unwitting informant. Her family continues to navigate court politics, relying on her inner voice to avoid danger. Yu Hua, now accustomed to her role, balances her desire for a leisurely life with the demands of her position, while her best friend Gu Zhizhi supports her. The story follows her adaptation to court life, where she must maintain her cover as a naive child while her thoughts inadvertently shape the fate of the Great An dynasty.

Throughout her early court experiences, Yu Hua encounters various political intrigues and personal challenges. She learns to navigate the complex hierarchy of officials, memorizing the symbols on their robes to identify ranks. Her interactions with her brothers, particularly Yu Qingyun, highlight her playful and sometimes mischievous nature. The family dynamic remains central, with her parents and brothers fiercely protective of her. As she continues to serve as the Anshun Envoy, Yu Hua discovers more about the hidden secrets of the nobility, using the Gossip System to uncover corruption and conspiracy. Her unique position allows her to influence major decisions without fully understanding the weight of her actions, creating a series of comedic and dramatic situations that test her family’s loyalty and her own resilience in the treacherous environment of the imperial court.