Tyrannical Wang's Beloved Wife

In "Tyrannical Wang's Beloved Wife," Jing Wan's notorious reputation stems not from her own actions, but from a plot by her future husband, Hong Yuan. Hong Yuan, a man of striking appearance, deliberately cultivated his own bad reputation to secure a marriage with the woman he desired across two lifetimes. He, unable to wed, and she, unable to marry, he pursued her even though she wasn't considered the most beautiful. Once married, Jing Wan finds herself unexpectedly treated with reverence by her husband's former servants, who lavish her with attention, and the household stewards willingly relinquish control of all assets, including Hong Yuan's private funds. As she spends more time with him, Jing Wan realizes her husband suffers from a severe, peculiar condition. Confused by his behavior and seeking to understand his affections, she asks what he likes about her, offering to change. His actions, however, demonstrate an intense possessiveness, implying that the depth of his desire warrants her devoted care. To prevent his condition from worsening and with no rivals in sight, Jing Wan resolves to fully embrace her role and dedicate herself to him.