To be a virtuous wife

In the intricate web of a noble household, the position of the legitimate wife is fraught with hidden dangers and unspoken power struggles. Qu Qing Ju, the newly established wang fei, understands that surviving the inner courtyard requires more than just grace; it demands a firm hand and a sharp mind.

Refusing to be a passive figurehead for the prince’s concubines and servants, Qu Qing Ju begins to assert her authority, transforming the atmosphere of the zhengyuan. As she navigates the complex relationships with the competing ce fei and yiniang, she must balance the heavy expectations of her status with the cold realities of life in the wangfu, where even a simple morning greeting can become a battlefield of influence and survival.