Arc 1A Place of Her Own

Chu Tianqing left the Shen family’s protection to work, rebuild her life, and make peace with Jiang Lean, but she stayed in Jincheng for Shen Bufan’s return. After the banquet, she began getting to know Ye Mingchen and faced an awkward encounter with Shen Heng.

Chapters 1–2525 summaries

Arc 2Love, Loss, and Reconciliation

Chu Tianqing navigated romantic attention from Ye Mingchen and Xiao Junyi while Shen Heng’s concern for her grew increasingly personal. After Xiao Junyi’s mother rejected her and she ended the relationship, Shen Heng cared for Chu Tianqing and Baogang, leaving their closeness unresolved.

Chapters 26–5025 summaries