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Volume 1: The Prodigal Becomes a Beauty, Survival on Liangshan
Waking up, the world is turned upside down. Muscles have become soft jade, brothers have become “obstacles,” and the former prodigal son is now a “rookie.” In this Liangshan Marsh filled with sweat and loyalty, my path to survival begins with figuring out how not to have my ribs broken by a good brother’s embrace.

Volume 2: Meeting a Soulmate in the Capital, Secrets Hidden in the Brothel
“The prosperity of Tokyo dazzles the eyes, and the undercurrents of Fanlou disturb the heart. I, with the earthy air of Liangshan, fall into this vibrant, bustling world. I thought it was a meticulously planned approach, but it completely deviated from its course with her words, ‘I recognize you.’ It turns out that the word ‘soulmate’ is far harder to handle than any conspiracy.”

Volume 3: Undercurrents Stir Liangshan, Clever Schemes Decide Destiny
“The game in Tokyo is set, and it’s time for the pieces to cross the river. When I return to Liangshan with Li Shishi’s secret order, I am no longer the cold, charming, and arrogant rookie living in constant fear. This time, I will drop the first thunderclap for Liangshan’s fate in the Hall of Gathering Heroes.”

Volume 4: Phoenix Dances in the Nine Heavens, Green Robes Pay Homage to the Purple Palace
“When Liangshan’s banners are planted on the walls of Bianjing City, Li Shishi unfolds a yellow silk scroll in the deep palace. I know we have waited for this moment for too long. She takes my hand and places it on the dragon throne: ‘This world deserves a change of color.'”

Volume 5: Phoenix Perches on the Wutong Tree, a Long Song in the Annals of History
“When the historian asks me what I am most proud of in my life, I point to the women diligently studying in the Imperial Academy and say: ‘Look, this is the greatest gift we have left for this world.’ Li Shishi gently holds my hand within her sleeve, and her vermilion brush leaves our shared mark on the historical records—it turns out that beautiful women in history have never been mere legends.”