Royal Widow

Synopsis: Everyone says Lin Zhen is a woman born under an unlucky star. In her youth, she knew poverty and hardship. Her betrothed passed the imperial examinations and broke off their engagement to marry another. After much struggle, she managed to marry into Prince Fu’s household as a second wife— A month into the marriage, Prince Fu passed away. Fortunately, as the Empress Dowager’s daughter-in-law, She enjoyed the imperial family’s pity and protection from above, showered with endless favors and affection. Below, the prince’s household was rich and luxurious, her stepsons all docile and obedient. In the manor, her word was law, and she did as she pleased. Raising the children, spending money, slapping faces, attending banquets. This widow’s life was peaceful and secure. Lin Zhen was content. Until one day, the palace, pitying her young widowhood, bestowed upon her a male consort. Gazing at the handsome and imposing Prince Ning, who stood before her holding the imperial decree. Lin Zhen: …? — Description from novelcodex.orgFull novel: Royal Widow — read the rest free on N​o⁠v​e⁠l​C⁠o​d⁠e​x⁠.​o⁠r​g⁠