The Pearl of the Substitute Bride

Due to her parents' favoritism, Chen Lingzhu married the comatose General Li Ji in her sister's stead. Although Li Ji later awoke, he remained quite cold towards her. Her father was at odds with Li Ji, and Chen Lingzhu, knowing her place, did not take his indifference to heart. Today she prepared delicious food, tomorrow she flew kites, the day after she treated patients—her days were fulfilling and carefree. She simply waited for the right moment to leave the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion. ... Li Ji was a young hero, renowned for his military exploits and blessed with looks surpassing even Pan An. He was the dream lover of many young ladies in the capital. Only his marital path was fraught ...