I woke up as the Villainous Empress
"So, you're telling me you don't want to marry me? Didn’t you fight for this?" Crown Prince Zheng Liang was stunned. Yang Ning, the notorious schemer, wanted to call off their engagement? He thought he'd be relieved, but her sudden boldness had him questioning everything. "Your Highness, I don't want to be a sacrificial lamb, thank you very much," Yang Ning retorted with a fake smile, inwardly groaning. ‘Just break it off already!’ Fang Li, once a national treasure as an archery champion, finds her career and life on the brink of ruin after being embroiled in a scandal. But when she wakes up in a novel as Yang Ning—the villainess fated to become the most despised Empress and the fiancée of a Crown Prince who detests her—she’s determined not to follow the script! Armed with wit, humor, and a fierce will to survive, Yang Ning is set on rewriting her destiny. The twist? The Crown Prince, who’s supposed to loathe her, seems far too interested in her now. Can she escape her villainous destiny, or will she get tangled in royal drama and unexpected romance? ## Note: No extended misunderstandings or breakups—there will be some drama, but only to make the romance even better. This is a fun, romantic comedy full of witty banter! Cover: Original cover design by the author – kindly refrain from using without permission. Follow on Instagram: @kamlyn_love Discord Server: https://discord.gg/NTPCE7YZm7
Second Male Lead Syndrome!
A week later -
Yang Ning eagerly sat in her chamber, anticipating the summons from the Main Palace. Today marked the return of Prince Zheng Xiang after years of living outside the palace with his nanny and servants. Zheng Liang had received a report in the morning that his carriage had entered the capital city, and he would reach the royal palace anytime soon.
Yang Ning couldn't contain her excitement upon hearing the news. She was eager to meet the Second Male Lead, who happened to be her favorite character in the novel. His good looks, unconditional love for the female lead, and his unwavering moral values made him a standout character. The only drawback was that he played the role of the second lead; otherwise, he could have perfectly fit the role of the Male lead.