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
Sweet Dessert.
After their meal with His Majesty, the couple made their way back to the Dragon Pavilion. Instead of heading to their chambers, however, Zheng Liang led Yang Ning to his study. While she trailed behind him without raising any questions, curiosity bubbled within her.
She pondered over the reason he had chosen this formal setting for their conversation. What could he possibly want to discuss that warranted such privacy? He could have said it simply while they were in their chamber.
"Why did you bring me here? Do you have something to discuss?" Yang Ning asked, her tone a mix of confusion and nonchalance as she settled into a chair. Her eyes darted over his working desk, scattered with documents, and she couldn't help but wonder if it was appropriate to bring her to the study, as this room was typically off-limits to everyone, including her, without prior permission.