Interstellar pirates raid, alliances crumble, and a dark matter called black gold suddenly appears. Its highly radioactive and destructive power threatens all of humanity. Simultaneously, alien species frequently create crises, and large-scale mutations occur in humans, with black gold becoming the first suspect. Evolution or purification? Humanity faces its greatest existential crisis and dilemma since entering the interstellar age...

The story takes place in the fictional Chinese kingdom of Caiyun. According to legend, a young man, aided by the power of the Eight Immortals, founded Caiyun. Consequently, Caiyun's territory was divided into eight provinces: Hongzhou, Huangzhou, Bizhou, Lanzhou, Zizhou, Heizhou, Baizhou, and Chazhou. Approximately 600 years ago, the king of the time ordered the nobles of each province to adopt one of these eight colors as their surnames (for example, the Marquis of Lanzhou became Lan, the Marquis of Hongzhou became Hong, and so on). Commoners were prohibited from sharing surnames with these eight marquises. Consequently, those bearing these eight colors were considered the most aristocratic of the nobles. Furthermore, because the Marquis of Zizhou, where the capital was located, also served as king, the Zi family became the royal family's surname. Despite being born into the prestigious Hong family, Hong Xiuli lived in poverty. She had to work extensively to support her family. Having experienced the turmoil of the throne struggle as a child, she deeply understood the suffering of the people. From a young age, she diligently studied, hoping to pass the imperial examination, become an official, assist the king, and build a prosperous and peaceful nation. However, as a woman, she cannot take the imperial examination. One day, Xiu Li accepts a high-paying commission from Grand Tutor Xiao and enters the harem as a noble concubine to teach and assist the incompetent emperor. This opportunity leads Xiu Li to a career as an official, and she encounters a variety of people.

Once the gears of fate begin to turn, love and hate intertwine into an impenetrable net. Turning to Ashoka's "The One I Loved Most Was the Murderer," the male and female protagonists embark on a perilous and fraught journey to uncover the truth behind the unexpected death of the male protagonist's wife.

COVID-19, disease, hardship, misfortune, workplace struggles, love and hate, life and death… They persevered through countless difficulties, and they embraced new life amidst despair. This book celebrates the steadfastness and devotion of love, showcases the resilience and brilliance of humanity, and takes you deep into the labyrinth of human nature to explore the true meaning of love and redemption.

In this battle between love and sin, can they uncover the truth? The book features both thrilling mystery and delicate, moving emotions; it depicts a love story that transcends life and death, and also reveals the ugliness and justice of the world.

"Host, do you want money or your life?"

"Only children make choices; of course, they want both."

She woke up to find herself transported from the modern world to a future filled with flying machines.

If you don't make money and become famous, you'll die.

When she became a sensation across interstellar space again because of her live stream...

Initially, fans said: "Isn't it better to just sing, act, and endorse products? Why do you have to go farm in the barren mountains?"

Later fans asked: "Are there still fruits, vegetables, and flowers? We'll buy them, even if we have to eat dirt."

Initial partners: What is this thing? Can it even be sold?

Later business partners said: We were wrong, please leave some for us, even 100 jin will do!

Wow, that's a slap in the face! It's actually pretty good!!!

[A Powerful Person Bows Down / A Beijing Elite x A Sober Female College Student]

During the two years that Ying Yun was with Ye Jiahuai, many people privately discussed how high she wanted to climb by using Ye Jiahuai as a stepping stone.

Unexpectedly, as she was about to graduate, that beautiful figure disappeared without a trace in Beicheng.

No one took her departure seriously, assuming that Mr. Ye had simply grown tired of her.

Until one banquet, someone scoffed and mentioned Ying Yun's name.

With a crisp sound, Ye Jiahuai's dark eyes were reflected in the shattered cup.

No one knows who was the one who said "goodbye".

It was Ying Yun.

—

When they parted, Ye Jiahuai asked her, "What if I don't let you go?"

Ying Yun smiled: "Can you?"

He sneered, "Ah Jun, I'm not a good person."

—

Ying Yun never imagined that she would meet Ye Jiahuai again in a mountain village primary school thousands of miles away from Beicheng.

On camera, he remained as indifferent and aloof as when they first met, addressing her as "Teacher Ying."

Ying Yun reached out and shook his hand, her expression gentle and unassuming. "Hello, Chairman Ye."

As night deepened in the mountains, the teachers gathered together to talk about the handsome man they had met that day.

Getting carried away, he asked for her opinion, "Xiaojun, do you think that guy is really handsome?"

Ying Yun remained calm and said, "It's so-so."

They laughed and teased her, saying that she was blind to love, and that her heart and eyes were only for Teacher Lin.

But no one knew that the cold and arrogant face of that man during the day would press her against the car window under the soft moonlight, kissing her until she was breathless.

Ye Jiahuai whispered in her ear, his tone cold and mocking, "Has he ever kissed you like this? What kind of lover is he?"