josei novel
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Fang Xu sat at his desk with his legs crossed, talking on the phone with Guan Rujie. “What did she say when you asked her for proof?” Fang Xu asked. “She didn’t reply.” Guan Rujie asked, “Little Fang, do you think they kept any evidence? You took photos, but what if they did too?” “How…
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Wang Xingli’s hand rested heavily on Wang Zhibing’s shoulder. A servant was peering around the flower garden. Wang Xingli’s face darkened slightly, carrying an imposing air: “What is it?” The servant came running over trembling: “Sir, there’s someone named Du who says he’s a steward from the Dou family in Zhending. He says their Fifth…
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When Zhan Xi entered the house, she rushed straight into Luo Jingyu’s bedroom but found the bed empty. The bathroom door was closed with the sound of washing coming from inside. She anxiously paced in circles by the door until Luo Jingyu finally came out. Just as she was about to speak, Luo Jingyu jumped…
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The next morning after breakfast, Wang Zhibing bid farewell to Dou Duo: “…Father only instructed me to bring my sister back home. There are some matters he doesn’t know about yet, I need to speak with him first.” During those years in the Northwest, Wang Zhibing not only attended to his father’s daily needs, fulfilling…
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Lady Ji only said that Yuzai was not suitable to serve by Dou Zhao’s side, and asked for another maid to be sent instead. Madam Yu knew that Lady Ji was forcing her to deal with Yuzai. The maids and servants in the West Mansion curried favor with her in hopes of gaining benefits. Now…
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Zhan Xi knew that hanfu culture was still a niche interest in China, only developing in recent years. During holidays, you could often see young people wearing hanfu while visiting scenic spots or walking down streets. The spending power of hanfu enthusiasts varied greatly. Some young girls saved every penny just to buy a dress…
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Dou Zhao watched Madam Ji’s every move. When she first entered the Marquis Manor, she had often given such cold treatment to the Wei family’s managers. How could Yuzhen, a mere maid who rose to position by chance, handle such a situation? Left idle on the side, listening to the sneers of Madam Ji’s maids…
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Luo Jingyu’s first reaction was to disagree. He knew about Huanhuan’s career plans. Although he didn’t fully understand them, he knew she had always wanted to work in media companies or planning departments of large corporations, doing work related to her college major. How could he hold her back? He only made small handicrafts. Even…
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Cai Shu smiled while helping Dou Zhao place the tracing paper over the calligraphy model, then took a fan and gently fanned her from the side. “Sister Cai Shu,” Dou Zhao smiled, “The weather is so hot, you should go rest! Having Tuo Niang here is enough. With you here, I can’t write properly.” Cai…
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Thunder showers were common in Qiantang’s summer afternoons. Luo Jingyu hadn’t checked the weather when he left home, so he didn’t bring an umbrella. Halfway through the bus ride, the sky darkened as clouds gathered overhead. People on the street quickened their pace. Luo Jingyu watched through the window as lightning flashed in the distant…