According to popular legend, the war god of Da Liang Huo Wujiu was once captured by the enemy country. His meridians were severed and both his legs broken before he was thrown into prison. In order to humiliate him, that dissolute ruler even gifted him to his cutsleeve brother as a concubine.
General Huo suffered a great deal of humiliation and insult. He bided his time for three years before the cicada shed his skin and he escaped back to Da Jing. After treating his crippled legs, he led his army in three months to storm the enemy’s capital, slaughter its emperor, raze its capital, and finally beheaded that garbage cutsleeve, hanging his head on the city walls for three whole years.
Since then, the world has been united.
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Jiang Suizhou, a history department graduate advisor at a certain university, received a dissertation which used these unofficial histories of Huo Wujiu as their basis, and criticized the student to no end.
When he opened his eyes again, he had transmigrated into that cutsleeve prince from the stories.
There were lanterns and colorful decorations everywhere. A servant came, sending word that the disabled general of the enemy state had already entered the prince’s manor in his wedding sedan.
Facing down General Huo, who had been tortured to the verge of death, dressed in red wedding clothes, glaring balefully, Jiang Suizhou only then knew – these wild stories could also come true.
And cause him to be beheaded for public display, his head hung on the city walls for three years.
Jiang Suizhou’s only option was to provide for General Huo well.
The overt and covert attacks of the imperial court, the witless ruler’s every possible humiliations — he grit his teeth and absorbed it all, all in the hopes that in three years time, he could but keep this head of his.
Of course, he didn’t dare to even dream of asking this 9 ci* tall “concubine” to actually serve him.
However, before the three years was up, General Huo’s legs actually healed on their own.
Not only did he slaughter the useless ruler and unified the country, but he also forcefully blocked him in the room and insisted on fulfilling his duty as “concubine.”
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*approx 6ft 10in in today’s measures
Lacking visual references for the protagonists, it took me some time to visualize their appearances, which led to a bit of a mental exercise, hehe. Nevertheless, I would wholeheartedly recommend this book.
The story itself is exceptional and definitely worth reading. However, my one issue is the availability of additional chapters. I've tried to source the extended content, but while the listed ending on this platform suggests there are 13 extras, other websites only have up to chapter 125. I'm eagerly searching for those missing chapters, as I'm dying to continue reading. I've seen comments from others who have access to the rest, so if anyone could kindly direct me to where I can find them, that would be immensely appreciated. Thank you!
Surprisingly, I find myself captivated by this narrative and can read it in Chinese without losing interest due to my slower pace. It's delightful witnessing the characters' growing affection for each other, even if they remain oblivious, which is a refreshing take compared to many others where the main character (MC) is clueless until forced by the author.
The male lead (ML) stands out with his well-developed personality, far from the usual one-dimensional stoic and cold character who gradually warms up to the MC. He's an esteemed general, proud and resilient despite his disability. His childhood wild streak and the adorable way he stammers from jealousy make him incredibly endearing.
What truly impresses me is that his disability never diminishes his dignity. The way he supports the MC is simply heartwarming. The pacing of the plot keeps me engaged, but it's the gradual development of their relationship that steals the show – a change from the typical last-minute revelation of love.
I sincerely hope this gem gets a full translation, so those who cannot read Chinese can enjoy it as well, because it truly deserves a wider audience.