Edwik sighed heavily, trying to alleviate the burden his daughter Evelia Caroline was carrying in her heart. He didn’t want to add more worries to her already troubled state.
Although he pretended not to know, in truth, Edwik had an idea why Evelia had urgently called for him.
It must be because of the Crown Prince. Recently, the palace was in uproar due to issues concerning him. So, he couldn’t possibly pretend not to understand his daughter’s intentions.
Even though he was uneasy, Edwik waited for Evelia to speak. It took quite some time for her, who was hesitating and mumbling, to finally utter her words.
“Do you know any news related to Lady Relia?”
“Yes. Isn’t she the young lady who has been monopolizing the love of Her Majesty the Empress? She’s been the center of attention, so it seems the rumors are spreading fast.”
“So you also know that it was His Highness who ordered her imprisonment?”
“…Yes, I’ve heard.”
For the first time, Edwik’s expression turned dark, fanning the flames of Evelia’s already anxious heart.
“It was because of me. His Highness became angry after seeing Lady Relia being rude to me. Although she was definitely over the line and extremely disrespectful that day, the imprisonment may have been an excessive measure. Still, His Highness had sufficient reason to be angered.”
“……”
“However, this incident would certainly not please either Her Majesty the Empress or Duke Garnet. According to what I’ve heard through Pherin, neither of them is seeking His Highness’ audience recently. Rumors are also circulating that His Highness’ standing is shaky…”
“……”
“It’s all my fault. That’s why I’m looking for something I can do for His Highness… But no matter how much I think about it, whatever I do will only put him in a difficult situation. That’s why I asked to see you, Father.”
“……”
“Father, couldn’t you speak to His Majesty the Emperor? If His Majesty lends His support, the outrageous rumors will quickly fade. I’m sure of it.”
Tears finally began to pool in the corners of Evelia’s eyes as she tried to explain the convoluted situation.
Edwik was instantly disheartened beyond words. Since childhood, he had emphasized to Evelia and Jade the importance of maintaining composure in any situation.
Unlike Jade, Evelia had been born with a calm temperament and had easily followed his teachings.
But now, he could not see any trace of that in Evelia. Her pale complexion and clouded eyes vividly showed the emotional toll she had endured for days.
He swallowed the lump in his throat and spat it out impatiently. His already chaotic mind became even more confused.
After a long silence, he finally picked up the lukewarm teacup and tilted it to his lips. He tried to quench the burning thirst in his heart with a few sips. But he felt no relief.
As if to prove it, his voice came out hoarse and dry.
“First, let’s continue to observe the situation. I will consider what the best course of action is.”
“But, Father…!”
Unable to contain her growing impatience, Evelia raised her voice. In response, Edwik forcefully set down the teacup he was holding. He then looked at his daughter sternly.
“Eve.”
It was a nickname he had not used since she became a member of the royal family. The name froze Evelia in her tracks.
When male lead is the homewrecker
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
I’ve read the novel below twice already. Girls, I’m highly recommending it to you!
The female lead? Not a good person.
The second male lead? Not a good person.
The male lead? Willingly plays the third party, breaking up the female and second male lead’s relationship despite all the warnings from his friends—so yeah, he’s definitely not a good person either.
Basically, nobody in this novel is simple-minded or without scheming.
The female lead starts off as the male lead’s secretary, but don’t worry—later on, she takes over the company while the male lead steps back to support her. He won’t steal her spotlight, overshadow her, or dull her shine.
I love novels where men are out here snatching wigs, tearing each other down, and going to war just to win the female lead’s affection. And this is exactly that kind of novel. Most of Hai Dai Ran’s works have this dynamic. You’ll see the male characters’ emotions being pushed to the absolute extreme.
There’s even a scene where the second male lead exposes the male lead online for being a homewrecker. The brotherhood immediately gangs up on him, dragging him through the mud. I find it compelling —it completely flips reality on its head, where usually, women are the ones fighting over a man and getting torn apart by the sisterhood.
For me, female leads in the novels I read should only struggle in their careers, not in love. But if the brainless romantics in the story are all men? I have zero complaints.
I’ve pretty much read all of Hai Dai Ran’s novels and even translated all of them—her works are just my thing. I’ll slowly upload everything here. One day, when my website is official, I hope I can invite her to join as one of the star authors.
Here’s the story synopsis:
One-line summary: She is his lifelong obsession, to the point where he was willing to be a third wheel, scorned by society, just to wedge his way into her relationship with her fiancé.
Cold-hearted and indifferent female lead + Scheming and subservient CEO male lead
Intro 1:
“I know she doesn’t love him.”
With blood trickling from his clenched fist, Rong Xiu gazed at the woman before him, his eyes clouded with anguish. Hidden in the wardrobe, he had witnessed Fan Xia – the woman he desperately loved – in an intimate embrace with her fiancé. Yet his heart still yearned for her, defying all reason.
Fan Xia, the elegant and composed assistant, carried something mysterious in her eyes whenever she looked at her fiancé, Wen Lan Sheng. Strange occurrences began to surface – secret meetings with the young Gu Jin Yi, an unexplained withdrawal of 5,000 yuan… Then suddenly, her fiancé’s sister, Wen Jing, violently attacked her.
In this matriarchal society, Rong Xiu had risen to become the chairman of a powerful healthcare conglomerate, breaking through gender prejudices. But for the first time, he willingly stepped into the shadows as the other man, disregarding his friends’ warnings to become her secret lover.
Because he had discovered the truth – Fan Xia wasn’t the pure angel everyone believed her to be. And perhaps, he was the only one capable of helping her execute her mysterious plan…
Intro 2:
Rong Xiu’s biggest regret in life was missing out on Fan Xia.
He secretly loved Fan Xia for 7 years.
Watched her go public with her boyfriend.
Watched her kiss her boyfriend at their wedding.
Until that man blissfully nestled in Fan Xia’s arms, obtaining everything he could only dream of.
The crazy jealousy stripped away his hidden secret love, layer by layer, burning like wildfire.
Fan Xia, how can I have you!
【Reading and Trigger Warning Guide】
1. Female dominant, male submissive, male pregnancy
2. Male lead schemes his way to the top, male competition
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