All Hail Cousin Brother

Yu Youyao jolted awake from a nightmare that left her trembling. In her dream, she was trapped in a marriage with Song Mingzhao, the son of the Marquis, serving as nothing more than a mere source of medicinal ingredients for her heartless sister, Yu Jianjia. After enduring three years of having her blood drained, Yu Youyao’s life was on the verge of fading away, until her wrist was slit and she met a tragic end.

As she regained consciousness, her heart raced with fear, and she resolved to escape such a dreadful fate by latching onto the first man she laid eyes on. She clung desperately to her maternal cousin, who had recently arrived from the You Kingdom. “Cousin, I promise to devote myself to you for the rest of my life.”

Zhou Linghuai gazed at the girl nestled in his arms—a charming face, innocent puppy eyes—and despite his usual ruthlessness, he found himself unable to turn her away. Thus, he became Yu Youyao’s protector, defending her against those who mistreated her, thwarting the schemes of others, and rejecting all potential suitors. He went to great lengths to ensure her success and splendor.

As Yu Youyao matured into adulthood, events began to unfold in a manner mirroring her dream. Indeed, Song Mingzhao, the Marquis’s son, arrived to propose marriage. However, Zhou Linghuai pinned Yu Youyao against the wall, his voice filled with determination. “You belong to me. You cannot marry anyone else!”