Yandere Prince in Peril, Soft and Cute Princess Goes on a Killing Spree

Xiang Zhile, a former military commander and the Regent Princess of Da Huang Guo, dies from poison after a three-year campaign to overthrow the corrupt regime. Her death is the result of her own past mistakes: she had neglected her husband, Yan Junnuo, the Regent Prince, in favor of his nephew, Yan Beimo, whom she believed to be her true love. In her final moments, standing before Yan Junnuo’s memorial tablet, she expresses deep regret for her cruelty and unworthiness. Upon opening her eyes, she finds herself back on her wedding night, seven years in the past. The man pressing down on her is not the cold Yan Beimo she dreamed of, but Yan Junnuo, her actual husband. Realizing she has been reborn, she bites her lip to confirm the reality of the moment and decides to seize this second chance to atone for her sins and protect the man who loved her unconditionally in her previous life.

Yan Junnuo, a powerful regent with a chronic stomach ailment, is deeply suspicious of Xiang Zhile’s sudden change in behavior. In their previous life, she had resisted him violently, even calling out Yan Beimo’s name during their consummation, which led to years of estrangement. When Xiang Zhile apologizes and initiates intimacy, Yan Junnuo interprets her actions as a deceptive ploy to lower his guard so she can escape to be with Yan Beimo. His suspicion is compounded when his gastric condition flares up during their encounter, causing him to faint. Upon waking, Xiang Zhile is overwhelmed with emotion, running through the manor to verify that she is truly alive and that Yan Junnuo is real. She recalls the tragic fate of her loyal maids, Chun Chou and Qiu Si, who were executed by Yan Beimo in her previous life, and resolves to change their fate.

Determined to win Yan Junnuo’s trust, Xiang Zhile begins to care for his health by cooking nutritious, light meals tailored to his stomach condition. She confronts Zhong Xiuxiu, a woman who had manipulated Yan Junnuo in the past under the guise of love for Yan Beimo, and publicly asserts her position as the Regent Princess. Yan Junnuo, though still wary, is visibly affected by her genuine concern and protective actions. He secretly orders his physician to check for poison but is relieved to find none. He also instructs his subordinate, Chu Shan, to protect Xiang Zhile with his life, revealing his underlying fear of losing her despite his outward hostility.

The narrative further explores the political tensions surrounding Yan Junnuo. As the Regent Prince, he holds significant power, which threatens the current emperor, Yan Beiqi, and his faction. Xiang Zhile remembers that in her previous life, her family, the Xiang clan, exploited Yan Junnuo’s affection for her to gain political favor, only to betray her and steal his betrothal gifts. This time, she refuses to be a pawn. She plans to return to her natal home alone to reclaim her rightful dowry and expose her stepmother’s greed. Through her actions, Xiang Zhile aims to repair her relationship with Yan Junnuo, protect her friends, and prevent the disasters that led to his death in her past life.

As the story progresses, Xiang Zhile continues to navigate the complex dynamics of the Regent Manor and the imperial court. She balances her new role as a supportive wife with her military background, preparing for the inevitable conflicts with Yan Beimo and the emperor. Yan Junnuo’s internal struggle between his distrust and his growing affection for Xiang Zhile becomes a central theme. The rebirth has given them both an opportunity to rewrite their destinies, but old grudges and political machinations threaten to undo their fragile peace. Xiang Zhile is committed to proving her devotion through consistent actions, while Yan Junnuo slowly learns to accept her sincerity, setting the stage for a journey of redemption and mutual protection against their shared enemies.