The Xu family was of the highest prestige—without even mentioning the venerable General Xu in the capital, young Xu Jin had already risen to a position of remarkable power, a family background that few could ever hope to rival.

Yet, this third-generation military elite was forced to marry the daughter of a fallen capitalist family. Rumor had it that the destitute young lady, with her fair skin and bright eyes, was a schemer who leveraged an old debt of gratitude to secure her place in the Xu household.

Everyone said that, though she was a fallen heiress, her beauty could topple hearts. But Xu Jin, cold and unyielding, was known for his stern demeanor and strict principles. He despised both flirtatious socialites and capitalists—qualities she possessed in abundance.

Moreover, Xu Jin had once been willing to be late to his own wedding for a childhood sweetheart—so how could he treat her kindly after marrying her?

Gossips even placed bets: how long could Xu Jin tolerate this fallen heiress?

Song Nian’s family had already fallen from grace, and now her future rested in the hands of a man as imposing as he was indifferent.