The Male Lead isn't Following the Script!
Adeline didn't expect she would transmigrate into the trashy novel she read years ago. The plot was so cliched that she couldn't bring herself to finish it. Years later, she found that very book on her bed, the page was open to the villainess' execution and before she knew it she found herself in the very novel she hated. The evil villainess who couldn't stand her two childhood friends become completely enamoured by the female lead, she decided to take care of the matter herself and thus became the public enemy. She now became the villainess of the story! "I do not accept this!" Adeline yelled at the top of her lungs. "I will change the plot." The Crown Prince she rejected won't leave her alone. The cold Northern Duke clung to her and wouldn't let go. The Arch Mage wants to abandon his duties and serve as her personal knight, and the Head Priest is obsessed with her! The Male leads she wished to avoid won't leave her alone! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Obsessive male lead- check. Funny but strong female lead- check. Amazing family- check. Annoying Goddess- also check.
By Hook or By Crook
What the Emperor needed to be worried more about would be the Southern Duchy. He knew they were eyeing his throne but he was sure of his capabilities to thwart their attempts.
Their ambitions were no secret. He knew they were watching him, waiting for the right moment to act. They regarded themselves as the lifeline of the Empire because of their industry and businesses...
Hah... Overconfident. They really overestimated themselves, hadn't they?
Yet, he was confident in his ability to outmanoeuvre them. His network of spies and loyalists ensured he remained several steps ahead, even against foes as cunning as the Southern Duke.
Especially with his most trusted advisor by his side. He knew that the Marquess valued the stability of the Empire more than anyone. Perhaps this was why he strengthened the military so much.