[ COMPLETED ] After dying from overwork, Lin Qinghe wakes up in ancient times as a poor and neglected ger, forced into marriage with an injured stranger who has lost his memories. Expecting nothing more than survival, Qinghe uses his modern knowledge to improve farming, start businesses, and slowly build a peaceful life. His husband, Xiao Zhenyu, may have no memories, but he is dependable, terrifyingly skilled, and oddly devoted-always carrying him, protecting him, and quietly loving him in ways Qinghe has never experienced before. When Qinghe gives birth to their child, he finally begins to believe he has found a family. Then the truth comes out. His husband is no ordinary villager- He is the empire's feared prince and celebrated general. Certain he will be abandoned for status and nobility, Qinghe prepares to let go. But Xiao Zhenyu returns to the capital only to come back with imperial guards, priceless treasures, and one impossible declaration: "You are my only fulang. Whoever dares disrespect you shall pay with their lives." Soon, the empire learns a terrifying truth- Their ruthless prince may be merciless on the battlefield... But before his beloved fulang and child? He is hopelessly, shamelessly in love.

Shen Zhenyu lived four years in the apocalypse, until his best friend's betrayal sent him back into ancient times. Waking up in the body of a loveless boy, with the same name and appearance as his own, he readily decided to settle in this world full of life. Baobao's cheeks would redden every time he saw his handsome new neighbor, but as a Ge'er without a dowry, it was impossible for him to marry such a man. What he didn't know was that Shen Zhenyu's eyes kept following him. This is an ancient village story. No Imperial Examination. No moving to town. If you guys like it, please don't forget to vote! Cover image: Xi Gang (1746-1803), Mountain landscape with pavilion, Qing dynasty. Public domain. Source: Cornell University Library Digital Collections.