true story of the empress

In her past life, Cici was killed by her husband, Yates. However, she miraculously reincarnated and returned to the day she first met Yates's family. This time, Cici decisively chose Yates' uncle, Benson. Despite rumors claiming that Benson was sterile, Cici found herself pregnant with triplets and was spoiled by Benson!

Jayden was born into an incredibly wealthy family. His mother is the world's richest woman, and his three sisters are powerhouse leaders in finance, the military, and healthcare. Despite all this, Jayden finds himself in love with his childhood friend, Xenia. One day, when Xenia is about to be hit by a car, Jayden rushes to save her, but in the process, he sustains a severe injury to his sciatic nerve. Doctors initially declare him permanently paralyzed, but his mother spares no expense, hiring a top-tier medical team to help him recover. To test whether Xenia truly loves him, Jayden's mother encourages him to fake his paralysis and continue his relationship with her. Just before their wedding, Jayden decides to stand up from his wheelchair in front of everyone. However, to his shock, he catches Xenia in a compromising situation with his best friend, John, just days before their big day...

Born to wealth and privilege as the offspring of South Pine's premier tycoon, Scott Bauer, Violet Bauer chose a different path. A disagreement with her father in her youth set her on a journey of self-discovery, leading her to live incognito and raise her child, Amelia Field, out of the public eye. For years, Violet sustained herself through a modest venture at a local stall, while Amelia remained in the dark about her grandfather's fortune. Isolated during her postpartum recovery, Amelia endured the relentless mistreatment of her critical mother-in-law and the betrayal of an unfaithful spouse who held her in contempt. Unbeknownst to them, they were taunting a woman of considerable heritage. Eventually, Amelia took a stand, ending her marriage and revealing her true lineage, thus asserting her place and upending the family dynamics.

After Jim Yates, the leader of the Dragon Clan, conquers the underworld, he hides his identity and runs a barbecue restaurant. At the same time, Yvonne Lane, the CEO of Lane Group, with whom he had a one-night-stand five years ago, was being bullied by Matthew Todd, the second son of the Todd family. One day, she arrives at Jim's barbecue restaurant with her twin children, Daryl and Quincy, and is saved by him. Jim recognizes Yvonne at first glance and suspects he is the father of her two children. The two children quickly warm to Jim and wish he could be their father. Meanwhile, in an effort to stifle the Todd family and Lane Group, Yvonne decides to marry Jim. Jim summons his subordinate, Nadia Yates, to run a DNA test, which confirms the two children are indeed his. In light of this revelation, Jim vows to protect his new family. At the banquet, Jim stands up for Yvonne and fights the Todds. The Todds call upon Simon Gray, the chief officer of the Dragon Clan, for reinforcements. Jim defeats him, and through his subtle manipulation, has Nadia promise a favor to Yvonne in the name of the Dragon Clan. Yvonne uses this favor to become the chairman of Lane Group. As Jim Yates continues to support and protect her and the children, their relationship grows even deeper.

Eight years after a one-night stand, Sophie Archer raises son Jack alone until he's diagnosed with leukemia requiring a rare blood-type donor. Doctors suggest a million-dollar imported medicine to buy time. While struggling financially, Sophie becomes Caleb Johnson's secretary, unaware he's Jack's father. Meanwhile, Caleb and his grandmother Kate meet Jack by chance and confirm paternity through DNA testing. As Sophie and Caleb develop feelings and she becomes pregnant again after another encounter, Sophie saves enough for Jack's treatment, only for rival Chloe Bradford to destroy the medicine. Kate intervenes, recognizes Sophie and Jack as family, and tells Caleb to marry Jack's mother, not realizing he's already falling for Sophie. When Caleb discovers Sophie is Jack's mother, they commit to each other. At their wedding, Sophie reveals she has no blood relation to the Archers, and learns she's actually the biological daughter of the Bradfords couple, whom she refuses to forgive. The story ends with Sophie giving birth to twins and living happily with Caleb, Jack, Kate and their growing family.

Thanks to his master's arranged marriage, Xander Yates embarks on a journey into the city to find his betrothed bride and encounters a series of remarkable adventures. Dedicated to dispensing justice, he uses his skills in acupuncture to earn a living and save lives along the way. Those who provoke him will be struck, while those who show him love will be cherished! Meanwhile, the captivating beauty, Lea Russ, harbors a secret affection for him. As Xander wanders into the bustling chaos of city life, his skills in medicine and martial arts help him gain power and influence. Yet, amidst it all, he yearns for the simplicity of the mountains…

Eight years ago, Lily Moore thought she had lost her boyfriend forever. Heartbroken and pregnant, she entrusted her newborn daughter, Luna Moore, to her mother, Jean Lake, and disappeared from their lives. For eight long years, Lily never returned home, never once seeing the child she left behind. Now gravely ill, Jean seeks out her daughter in the city, desperate to secure a future for Luna. But Lily, now married and determined to protect her new life, refuses to acknowledge the little girl she once abandoned…

Wade Lawson, the sole heir of the Medical Sage, was a prodigy who mastered various healing techniques at a young age. Yet, instead of embracing fame, he chose a humble life among the common folk, saving countless lives. A month ago, he arrived alone in Seabright and opened a small clinic. His exceptional skills and affordable fees quickly earned the trust of the poor, drawing in many patients. Meanwhile, the Duke of Southland, a pillar of Xandoria, lay critically ill. His household knew only Wade could save him. After a frantic search, they finally found him—just as the Duke neared his final breath. As the Duke's family pleaded for help, Wade's growing reputation threatened local private hospitals. Enraged, their director led an attack on his clinic and even drove one of his patients to death. Yet Wade remained unfazed—he had already uncovered the truth. The mastermind behind the hospitals was none other than Duke Jones himself. Now, the entire mansion waited for Wade's decision: would he save the dying Duke?

After Julia Mason awakens from eight years in a coma during which Aaron Hall loyally cared for her, she decides to marry him with an extravagant dowry to show her gratitude. Aaron's family, unaware of Julia's true identity, skeptically but happily prepare for the wedding. However, Aaron's materialistic cousin Lily and her family cause trouble by showing up uninvited. At the wedding banquet, Lily and other relatives mockingly suggest Julia cannot afford the promised dowry, but Julia makes a dramatic entrance that silences all critics and reveals her true wealth and status.

Eliana, the daughter of the Elliott family, plans to get pregnant to reclaim her mother's company. At an exclusive club, she sets her sights on Keaton Massey, unaware he's a billionaire tycoon in the city. After Keaton gets into a car accident causing amnesia, he and Eliana accidentally begin a relationship. In truth, Keaton had been deeply in love with Eliana for years. While concealing his recovered memories, he helps Eliana reclaim her mother's company. As their feelings deepen, they fall in love and eventually welcome triplets together.

After being set up by her stepsister, Sharon Shaw, Claire Shaw finds herself in a compromising situation with Tobias Hewitt, resulting in a one-night stand that leads to her being kicked out of her house. Six years later, she has transformed into an internationally renowned doctor and returns with her three children, determined to make those who wronged her pay for their actions. Later, Claire unexpectedly encounters Tobias, who needs treatment for his injured leg. With the help of her three children, they eventually develop feelings for each other. Together, they face various challenges, ultimately discovering that Tobias is, in fact, the father of her three children.

Maya Thornton, the Marquis Valen, is reborn six years after her death. Six years ago,moments after giving birth, she was murdered by her husband and his mistress while lying weak and vulnerable. Now, she wakes in the body of Talia York, a delicate and vain daughter of a military household. The original Talia has betrayed her fiancé, Tristan Wren, the Deputy Commander of the Regal Army, and become entangled with a frivolous young man. With her soul now in Talia's body, Maya secretly follows Tristan to the military camp while disguising herself as a man. There, on the very training grounds she once commanded in her past life, she throws herself into grueling training. She is determined to reclaim her martial prowess and returns to the capital to take her revenge and once again protect the realm.

Katy Wright is betrayed by her stepsister, Darcy Wright, while desperately searching for her missing mother. In a twist of fate, she ends up spending the night with Peter Howard—and later gives birth to fraternal twins.Six years pass. Katy returns, children in tow, ready to take her revenge. She crosses paths with Peter again, but neither of them realizes who the other truly is.As secrets unravel and the truth comes to light, Peter discovers his own father's treasonous schemes. In the end, justice is served, and the long-separated family is finally reunited.

Ye Liuying, once a gifted noblewoman, was saved from being sold to a brothel by Meng Wanting. The two formed a bond that lasted through years of hardship. When Meng Wanting's husband, Gu Changqing, was summoned to the palace, Ye Liuying accompanied her, only to witness Concubine Yong have Meng Wanting, Gu Changqing, and their child killed before her eyes. A year later, Ye Liuying returns to the palace, driven by revenge. But as she uncovers the truth, she realizes the true killer is someone she never expected…

Dongliang, Xichuan, and Beiqin formed a tripartite balance of power, with constant strife. Xichuan's Chancellor, Liang Kong, was elderly and on the brink of death. At this juncture, Yi Lin traveled back in time with modern military supplies. Swearing to aid them, he used modern resources to help Liang win the war and unify the world. With his forward-thinking wisdom and abundant supplies, Yi not only won the heartfelt loyalty of generals but also gained Liang's deep respect. He and Yinzhu Guan gradually fell in love, pledging to marry on the day of victory. However, Xichuan was not a united front. The capital's aristocratic interest groups, led by Rang Liu, constantly create obstacles, posing significant challenges to Liang and Yi's campaign...

After her father's business went bankrupt, Tania mortgaged herself to become Lyle's nanny. In an unexpected turn of events, she became pregnant, and Lyle mistakenly believed that Tania had betrayed him, wanting to terminate the pregnancy. Six years later, Tania returned to the country with the child...

All eyes are on the Burke family's only heir, Hugh Burke, as he returns home and is swarmed by the media. Just then, his cousin publicly announces a wife search—only for a little girl, Lorna, to show up calling Hugh "Daddy." He denies it, but a DNA test is set in motion.Lorna's mother, Verna, is in prison. Fearing for her daughter's safety, she sent her to find Hugh. But to Hugh, Verna is the woman who once betrayed and abandoned him for money and power.Lorna's sudden appearance becomes the key to unraveling years of heartbreak and misunderstanding—giving Hugh and Verna a second chance at love.

Harry Grimes steps down as Chairman of a billion-dollar company to support his wife Gwen. While backing her business behind the scenes, he also takes care of everything at home. But to his heartbreak, Gwen takes both him and their daughter Coco for granted. She neglects Coco and fails to fulfill duties of a mother. Her relationship with her sworn brother grows increasingly inappropriate.After countless disappointments, Harry finally makes the painful decision to end their marriage.