Chapter Summaries

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao wakes up to find her new husband, Emperor Jin Moli, missing on their wedding night.
• She begins to sort through her memories as the Original Owner, learning about her family's prominence and her own talent in dance.
• She discovers that the Original Owner fell in love with Jin Moli at first sight and entered the palace against her family's wishes.
• After entering the palace, the Original Owner was immediately made an Imperial Consort and exclusively favored by Jin Moli, causing jealousy and resentment among the harem and the public.
• Petitions for her execution pile up, and the Su Family's reputation is tarnished.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Realizes she's in a new body and starts exploring her memories. She's determined and assertive, unlike the naive Original Owner.
• Emperor Jin Moli: Absent from the scene, but his actions show him to be infatuated and negligent of his duties due to his love for the Original Owner.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics in the imperial court and the harem.
• The consequences of unchecked love and naivety.
• The impact of rumors and public opinion on an individual's reputation.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Emperor Jin Moli: Their interaction is minimal in this chapter, but their relationship is a significant driving force behind the plot.
• Su Qiao and 444: They communicate through mental messages, with 444 providing assistance and commentary.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Emperor uses the Original Owner's care for him to manipulate her, eventually ordering her death to please the Empress Dowager.
• The Su Family suffers a series of misfortunes and tragedies, including the death of the Original Owner's grandfather, father, and brothers.
• Su Qiao, the reincarnated character, reviews the Original Owner's memories and decides to take action against the Emperor.

Character Developments

• The Emperor is revealed to be manipulative and power-hungry, using the Original Owner for his own gain.
• The Original Owner is shown to be naive and trusting, leading to her tragic fate.
• Su Qiao, now in the Original Owner's body, becomes aware of the political intrigue and decides to take control.

Significant Themes

• Manipulation and power dynamics in politics.
• The consequences of naivety and trust in a corrupt world.
• The struggle for survival and control in a dangerous environment.

Character Interactions

• The Emperor manipulates the Original Owner, leading to her death.
• Su Qiao interacts with 444, the system, discussing her plans to seize power.
• The Su Family suffers due to the Original Owner's actions and the Emperor's manipulations.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao and 444 discuss the idea of controlling the Great Demon King (Jin Moli) as a way to avenge the Original Owner.
• Su Qiao realizes that the name 'Jin Moli' is incorrect as it doesn't match the pattern of the Great Demon King's names in other worlds.
• Su Qiao is eighty percent certain that the man she slept with is her target, but she's not fully convinced due to the similarities between him and the Emperor.
• 444 assures Su Qiao that the man she slept with is indeed the Great Demon King, as their souls are identical.
• Su Qiao remembers that the one who secretly sent the Original Owner south was not the Emperor, but the Great Demon King.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: She becomes more determined to avenge the Original Owner and starts questioning the identity of the man she slept with.
• 444: The system shows concern for Su Qiao's well-being, warning her about the harmful effects of the Secret Medicines and the anti-pregnancy medicine in her body.

Significant Themes

• Identity and deception: The true identity of the man Su Qiao slept with is called into question, highlighting the theme of deception and the struggle to discern truth from lies.
• Avenge and justice: The desire to avenge the Original Owner and her family drives Su Qiao's actions, emphasizing the theme of justice and retribution.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and 444: They discuss their plans and share their thoughts, with 444 providing information and support to Su Qiao.
• Su Qiao and the Great Demon King (implied): Although not physically present, the Great Demon King's actions in the previous life are discussed, revealing his hidden feelings for Su Qiao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• The Emperor and Empress Dowager are wary of the Su Family's influence and scheme against them.
• Su Qiao realizes the Su Family's predicament is due to the Emperor's fear of their power.
• Su Qiao decides she must become an Empress Regnant to protect her family.
• She learns the Emperor neglected their wedding to please his true love, Consort Wan Gu Wanting.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Becomes more politically aware and determined to protect her family, considering usurping the throne.
• Emperor Jin Moli: Revealed to be neglectful of his duties and more concerned with pleasing Consort Wan Gu Wanting.
• Empress Dowager: Showcased as ruthless and manipulative, willing to eliminate the Su Family for political gain.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political intrigue within the imperial court.
• The struggle for influence and survival among noble families.
• The consequences of a ruler's personal desires on their duties and the state.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and the Emperor: Their relationship begins to sour as Su Qiao learns of his neglect and schemes.
• Su Qiao and the Empress Dowager: The Empress Dowager treats Su Qiao kindly, but their relationship is built on deceit.
• Su Qiao and the Emperor's true love, Consort Wan Gu Wanting: Indirect interaction, as Su Qiao learns of her existence and the Emperor's neglect.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao suspects Consort Wan killed the original owner and was the one Jin Moli truly loved.
• She orders Little Four to monitor Consort Wan and Jin Moli.
• Su Qiao decides to investigate her 'husband' to understand his background and potential to become Emperor.
• Little Four reveals they are now in an Advanced Plane, which poses greater challenges.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao becomes more suspicious and proactive, showing her resilience and determination.
• Little Four shows concern for Su Qiao's well-being but maintains its loyalty and support.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and ambition (Jin Moli's prioritization of the throne over love)
• Deception and true intentions (Jin Moli's hidden love for Consort Wan)
• Suspicion and investigation (Su Qiao's growing distrust and her plans to uncover the truth)

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Little Four: They work together, with Little Four providing information and support, while Su Qiao makes strategic decisions.
• Su Qiao and Jin Moli: Their relationship remains unclear, with Su Qiao suspecting Jin Moli's true intentions and planning to investigate him.
• Su Qiao and Consort Wan: Su Qiao suspects Consort Wan of harming the original owner and orders her to be monitored.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao dismisses 444's advice on palace intrigues, preferring her martial and poison arts.
• Su Qiao discovers she can cultivate and decides to fake an illness.
• Su Qiao calls for her palace maids to prepare a bath and change the bedding.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Confirms her ability to cultivate and plans to use her skills to navigate the palace.
• 444: Persists in advising Su Qiao but is ignored.
• Palace Maids: Introduced; Nian Xia (impatient), Chunyu (calm), Ran Qiu (introverted), Ren Dong (curious and potentially untrustworthy).

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation in the palace.
• Trust and loyalty among palace staff.
• Su Qiao's reliance on her martial and poison arts over political maneuvering.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and 444: Su Qiao dismisses 444's advice, focusing on her own strengths.
• Su Qiao and her Palace Maids: Su Qiao gives orders, and the maids respond respectfully, showing their familiarity and loyalty. Ren Dong's curiosity hints at potential disloyalty.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao's maids discuss her new status and the luxurious palace she's been given.
• Ren Dong, one of Su Qiao's maids, shows resentment towards Su Qiao's change in behavior.
• Su Qiao suspects Ren Dong of being a mole for the Empress Dowager or Jin Moli.
• Su Qiao decides to keep Ren Dong to use her as a double agent.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao shows political astuteness and strategic thinking, planning to use Ren Dong to her advantage.
• Ren Dong's resentment towards Su Qiao grows, hinting at potential betrayal.

Significant Themes

• Trust and loyalty: Su Qiao's maids' loyalty is tested, and Su Qiao grapples with who she can trust.
• Power dynamics: Su Qiao's new status brings her power, but also new challenges and threats.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao interacts with her maids, showing a mix of authority and indifference.
• Ren Dong interacts with Su Qiao with resentment, hinting at potential disloyalty.
• Chunyu and Nian Xia show loyalty and concern for Su Qiao's well-being.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao (Consort Ying) pretends to be seriously ill to avoid paying respects to the Empress Dowager and to acquire medicine from the Imperial Hospital.
• The Empress Dowager, upon hearing of Su Qiao's illness, exempts her from paying respects and sends precious medicinal ingredients.
• Jin Canghan (the real Emperor) visits Su Qiao in her palace, expressing concern for her health.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao demonstrates strategic thinking and cunning, using her illness as a means to an end.
• Jin Canghan shows genuine concern for Su Qiao's well-being, despite his stern demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Deception and manipulation: Su Qiao uses her illness to avoid unwanted attention and gain resources.
• Power dynamics: Su Qiao's position as Imperial Consort allows her certain privileges, but she's aware of the limits of her power.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Jin Canghan: Despite their close proximity, Su Qiao doesn't acknowledge Jin Canghan's presence, showing her indifference and lack of trust in him.
• Su Qiao and the Empress Dowager: The Empress Dowager shows affection towards Su Qiao, demonstrating her favoritism.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Canghan (the imposter) visits Su Qiao at night, tucks her in, and leaves before dawn.
• The real Jin Moli (the Emperor) visits Su Qiao in the morning.
• Su Qiao and 444 discuss the possibility of Jin Moli having a twin brother.

Character Developments

• Jin Canghan: Shows rare indecision and fear, hinting at a hidden conflict or secret.
• Jin Moli: Displays concern and affection towards Su Qiao, acting like a caring husband.
• Su Qiao: Maintains her composure and vigilance, suspecting Jin Moli's true intentions.

Significant Themes

• Deception and Identity: The confusion between Jin Canghan and Jin Moli raises questions about their true identities and motives.
• Power Dynamics: The imperial family's history and the Empress Dowager's rise to power highlight the political intrigue and power struggles within the court.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Jin Moli: Their interaction is tense yet polite, with Su Qiao remaining cautious despite Jin Moli's apparent affection.
• Su Qiao and 444: They discuss the possibility of Jin Moli having a twin brother, adding a layer of mystery to the story.

Key Plot Points & Events

• Su Qiao pretends to be weak and ill to test Jin Moli's reaction.
• Jin Moli visits Su Qiao, trying to hide his anger at her provocations.
• Su Qiao reveals 'hickeys' on her neck, enraging Jin Moli.
• Jin Moli leaves abruptly, unable to control his anger.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Shows cunning and provocation, testing Jin Moli's limits.
• Jin Moli: Struggles to maintain composure, revealing his anger and humiliation.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and manipulation.
• The consequences of infidelity and humiliation.
• The struggle between genuine emotions and political necessities.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Jin Moli: Their interaction is tense and filled with hidden meanings. Su Qiao provokes Jin Moli, while he struggles to maintain his composure, revealing his true emotions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao reveals she was indulged at home, but understands she must behave in the Palace.
• Jin Moli expresses liking her willfulness and promises protection.
• Nanny Bai, sent by Su Qiao's grandparents, is introduced as her new servant.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao shows understanding of her role in the Palace and willingness to adapt.
• Jin Moli displays affection and protectiveness towards Su Qiao.
• Nanny Bai is introduced as a reliable figure sent by Su Qiao's family.

Significant Themes

• Adaptation to new environments and roles.
• Protection and affection in relationships.
• Trust and reliability in relationships.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Jin Moli: They interact with mutual understanding and affection, with Jin Moli showing concern for Su Qiao's health and Su Qiao showing consideration for Jin Moli's well-being.
• Su Qiao and Nanny Bai: They meet for the first time, with Su Qiao acknowledging Nanny Bai's service and Nanny Bai showing respect towards Su Qiao.
• Chunyu and Su Qiao: Chunyu shows concern for Su Qiao's well-being and advises her on Jin Moli's mood.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao sends tonic to Emperor Jin Moli, arousing Nanny Bai's suspicion.
• Su Qiao plans to keep palace spies in Jingren Palace while restricting access to her inner chambers.
• Emperor Jin Moli confronts Jin Canghan (Su Qiao's husband) in the underground palace, accusing him of consummating his marriage with Su Qiao.
• The Empress Dowager intervenes, urging Jin Moli to listen to Jin Canghan's explanation.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Demonstrates cunning and strategic thinking by keeping palace spies close and preparing medicine secretly.
• Emperor Jin Moli: Shows anger and humiliation due to Jin Canghan's actions, prioritizing his imperial dignity.
• Empress Dowager: Displays concern and wisdom, attempting to mediate between her sons and protect Jin Canghan.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political intrigue within the palace.
• The importance of maintaining one's dignity and honor in the imperial court.
• The complex relationships between family members in a royal setting.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and 444: They communicate through mental messages, with 444 providing updates and expressing concern for Jin Moli's well-being.
• Emperor Jin Moli and Jin Canghan: Their confrontation highlights the tension between them, with Jin Moli threatening Jin Canghan's life.
• Empress Dowager and her sons: She tries to maintain peace between her sons, showing affection and wisdom in her mediation efforts.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Canghan (the younger brother) is brought before Jin Moli (the elder brother) and the Empress Dowager to explain his actions.
• Jin Canghan confesses to consummating the marriage with Su Qiao, the Imperial Consort, despite her drinking the Secret Medicine meant to make her unconscious.
• The Empress Dowager is shocked and vows to investigate the matter thoroughly.
• She tries to convince Jin Moli not to blame Jin Canghan, suggesting it was a setup and a gift to him since he dislikes Su Qiao.

Character Developments

• Jin Canghan: Accepts responsibility for his actions, shows remorse, and is willing to accept punishment. He's nervous and anxious about Su Qiao's fate.
• Jin Moli: Remains cold and menacing, showing no signs of forgiveness towards Jin Canghan. He's humiliated and capable of severe punishment.
• Empress Dowager: Anxious and guilt-ridden, she tries to mediate between the brothers. She's determined to investigate the matter and find out who's behind it.

Significant Themes

• Brotherly Rivalry: The tension between Jin Moli and Jin Canghan highlights their competitive and hostile relationship.
• Manipulation and Betrayal: The possible setup of Jin Canghan suggests manipulation and betrayal by unknown parties.
• Power Dynamics: The brothers' dynamic reflects the power struggles within the imperial family.

Character Interactions

• Jin Moli and Jin Canghan: The brothers' interaction is tense and hostile, with Jin Moli threatening Jin Canghan and the latter accepting blame.
• Empress Dowager and Jin Moli: The Empress Dowager tries to reason with Jin Moli, showing concern for Jin Canghan's well-being and the potential fallout of his actions.
• Empress Dowager and Jin Canghan: She's anxious and guilt-ridden when talking to Jin Canghan, showing concern for his well-being and the potential consequences of his actions.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Jin Moli, the crown prince, confronts Jin Canghan, his brother, about his relationship with Su Qiao.
• Jin Moli warns Jin Canghan to stay away from Su Qiao, threatening his life if he disobeys.
• The Empress Dowager intervenes, convincing Jin Canghan to promise not to see Su Qiao again to avoid further conflict with Jin Moli.
• Jin Canghan struggles with his promise, expressing his unwillingness to harm or stay away from Su Qiao.

Character Developments

• Jin Moli: Demonstrates his authority and protectiveness towards the royal family's dignity, showing no mercy towards his brother's disobedience.
• Jin Canghan: Struggles with his loyalty to his brother and his love for Su Qiao, ultimately prioritizing his brother's life over his own desires.
• Empress Dowager: Shows her maternal love and wisdom, mediating the conflict and guiding Jin Canghan to make a difficult decision.

Significant Themes

• Brotherhood vs. Love: Jin Canghan's loyalty to his brother clashes with his love for Su Qiao, forcing him to choose between the two.
• Power and Dignity: Jin Moli's actions are driven by his desire to protect the royal family's dignity and his power as the crown prince.
• Maternal Love and Wisdom: The Empress Dowager's intervention showcases her maternal love and understanding, guiding her son towards a decision that maintains peace within the royal family.

Character Interactions

• Jin Moli and Jin Canghan: The brothers' conflict escalates, with Jin Moli threatening Jin Canghan's life and Jin Canghan struggling with his loyalty to his brother and his love for Su Qiao.
• Empress Dowager and Jin Canghan: The Empress Dowager mediates the conflict, using her maternal love and wisdom to guide Jin Canghan towards a difficult but necessary decision.
• Su Qiao and Jin Canghan: Though not physically present, Su Qiao's influence on Jin Canghan is evident as he struggles with his promise to stay away from her.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao learns about Jin Canghan's past and the favoritism shown by the Empress Dowager towards her elder son, Jin Moli.
• Su Qiao realizes that Jin Canghan's repressive life is due to the Empress Dowager's brainwashing and his belief that his existence is intolerable.
• Su Qiao discovers that the Former Emperor likely knew about Jin Canghan's existence and helped hide him.
• Su Qiao asks 444 to investigate who put medicine in the wedding wine.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Shows empathy and understanding towards Jin Canghan's situation, starts questioning the Empress Dowager's actions, and takes initiative in investigating the wedding wine incident.
• Jin Canghan: Portrayed as both infuriating and pitiable due to his upbringing and beliefs.

Significant Themes

• The consequences of favoritism and neglect in a royal family.
• The impact of brainwashing and manipulation on an individual's worldview.
• The power dynamics and secrets within the imperial palace.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and 444: They discuss and analyze the situation, with 444 providing insights and assistance to Su Qiao.
• Su Qiao and Jin Canghan: Though not directly interacting in this chapter, Su Qiao's perspective on Jin Canghan shifts, showing empathy and understanding towards his circumstances.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao discovers Ren Dong, her maid, was behind the drugging incident.
• She learns about Consort Wan's true nature and her resentment towards Su Qiao's rise in status.
• Su Qiao becomes interested in a book about defeating different types of women, which Little Four shares with her.
• Meanwhile, in Minghe Palace, Consort Wan scolds her maid Yixue for her involvement in the failed drugging scheme.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Becomes more aware of the political intrigue within the palace and decides to learn more about it.
• Consort Wan: Reveals her possessive nature and resentment towards Su Qiao, despite her calm demeanor.

Significant Themes

• Deception and True Nature: Both Consort Wan and Su Qiao have hidden aspects of their personalities, with Consort Wan's true nature being possessive and resentful, while Su Qiao is more cunning and resourceful than she initially seemed.
• Power Dynamics: The chapter explores the power dynamics within the palace, with Consort Wan trying to maintain her status and Su Qiao rising in influence.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Little Four: They continue to work together, with Little Four providing information and Su Qiao making strategic decisions.
• Consort Wan and Yixue: Consort Wan scolds Yixue for her involvement in the drugging scheme, showing her displeasure with Yixue's actions but also her desire to keep her own hands clean.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Consort Wan threatens Su Qiao's maid, Yixue, after discovering Su Qiao's secret plan to help the Emperor.
• Consort Wan realizes she may have overestimated her standing with the Emperor and considers changing her strategy.
• Su Qiao, now Imperial Concubine Ying, feigns illness to avoid palace intrigues and focus on cultivation and helping the Emperor.
• Madam Su Jiang Shi visits Su Qiao, and they share a joyful reunion.

Character Developments

• Consort Wan: Loses confidence in her position and considers changing her approach.
• Su Qiao: Maintains her calm and focus, using her 'illness' to avoid palace politics and dedicate time to cultivation and helping the Emperor.
• Madam Su Jiang Shi: Shows concern for her daughter's well-being and happiness.

Significant Themes

• Power dynamics and political intrigue within the palace.
• The consequences of overestimating one's influence and position.
• The importance of family and personal connections.

Character Interactions

• Consort Wan and Yixue: Consort Wan threatens Yixue, showing her power and influence.
• Su Qiao and Madam Su Jiang Shi: They share a joyful and affectionate reunion, highlighting their close mother-daughter bond.
• Su Qiao and her maids: Su Qiao shows care and consideration for her maids, treating them as family.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao discovers that Ren Dong, one of her maids, poisoned her nuptial wine.
• She orders Chunyu to keep an eye on Ren Dong and Nanny Bai to guard the door.
• Madam Su is informed about Ren Dong's betrayal and expresses her anger and determination to punish Ren Dong's family.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Shows her cunning and determination to uncover the truth and punish those who betray her.
• Ren Dong: Revealed to be ungrateful and easily bought off, betraying Su Qiao.
• Madam Su: Expresses her love and concern for Su Qiao, and her anger towards Ren Dong's betrayal.

Significant Themes

• Betrayal: Ren Dong's actions highlight the theme of betrayal by those close to Su Qiao.
• Trust: The incident raises questions about who Su Qiao can trust in her palace environment.
• Power Dynamics: Su Qiao's response to the betrayal showcases her power and determination to maintain control.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Madam Su: They discuss the betrayal, with Madam Su expressing her worry and anger, and Su Qiao showing her resolve to handle the situation.
• Su Qiao and Chunyu: Su Qiao orders Chunyu to keep an eye on Ren Dong, showing her trust in Chunyu.
• Su Qiao and Nanny Bai: Nanny Bai is ordered to guard the door, showing her loyalty and understanding of Su Qiao's plans.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao, Madam Su's daughter, has entered the Palace and is already in a precarious situation.
• Su Qiao secretly entrusts Madam Su with a task, using an Azure Jade Hairpin and a Buddhist Sutra as vehicles for hidden messages.
• Madam Su realizes the gravity of the situation and worries about Su Qiao's future in the Palace.

Character Developments

• Madam Su: She regrets allowing Su Qiao to marry into the Palace, showing her maternal concern and wisdom.
• Su Qiao: She demonstrates maturity and cunning, hiding her true situation and conveying secret messages to her mother, indicating her growth and adaptability.

Significant Themes

• Mother-Daughter Bond: The love and trust between Madam Su and Su Qiao is evident, with Madam Su's worry and Su Qiao's reliance on her mother.
• Deception and Survival: Su Qiao's use of deception to protect herself and convey information to her mother highlights the harsh reality of life in the Palace.

Character Interactions

• Madam Su and Su Qiao: Their interaction is filled with affection, worry, and mutual understanding. They communicate subtly, showing their close bond and shared understanding.
• Implied Interaction with Other Characters: Madam Su's mention of Su Qiao's grandparents suggests a wider family network and their importance to Su Qiao.

Key Plot Points and Events

• Su Qiao's mother, Jiang Shi, visits her in the palace, concerned about her health.
• Jiang Shi warns Su Qiao about Ren Dong, the palace maid who betrayed her master, and advises her to be ruthless when necessary.
• Su Qiao reassures her mother about her well-being and asks her to handle matters at home.
• Jiang Shi leaves, and Su Qiao takes medicine secretly, revealing her plan to fake a pregnancy for more peace in the palace.

Character Developments

• Su Qiao: Shows maturity and understanding of palace politics, deciding to fake a pregnancy to avoid trouble.
• Jiang Shi: Demonstrates her love and concern for her daughter, showing a more protective side.

Significant Themes

• Survival and self-preservation in the palace.
• The importance of ruthlessness and cunning in the political arena.
• The mother-daughter bond and its evolution.

Character Interactions

• Su Qiao and Jiang Shi: Their interaction shows a shift in their relationship, with Jiang Shi treating Su Qiao more as an equal and less as a child.
• Su Qiao and 444: They continue their banter, with 444 expressing surprise and concern about Su Qiao's plan.