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
Tea Party (II)
Yang Household
A week later, a modest tea gathering took place in the courtyard of the Yang Household, where noble ladies gathered to enjoy an afternoon of tea and conversation. Chang Ah, Yang Luoyang's wife, had extended invitations to several distinguished wives of Yang Luoyang's colleagues from the royal court. Additionally, she had also welcomed the wives of affluent and well-respected aristocratic merchants who held a prominent reputation in the capital.
Chang Ah graciously hosted the ladies, serving them high-quality tea and an assortment of delectable snacks.
With everyone gathered, the ladies engaged in lively conversations, discussing their husbands' accomplishments, proudly showcasing their new jewelry acquisitions, and sharing the latest gossip.