Embracing Survival, The Emperor Loves Me

Merchant Jiang Yingli marries the unfavored Prince of Su as a concubine to survive. When her husband Xiao Chenglan ascends the throne, she lowers her status to avoid trouble, yet the Emperor lavishes on her extreme affection—sitting on the dragon throne and riding the dragon carriage. His open favoritism makes her a target. Using the empire as a game, Xiao Chenglan clears out powerful families and executes enemies, protecting her humble origins until she becomes Empress. From four years of secret love to ruling the harem alone, she grows from a timid survivor to the mother of the heir, standing beside him amidst chaos to share his unique love and a prosperous age.