The Regretful Scholar's Pursuit

The Story

Joy Sarratt rescues the impoverished Robin Ward, forging a bond that appears unbreakable. However, Robin’s success in the imperial exams propels him into the capital and directly into the life of Mia Love, the influential duke’s daughter. As Mia integrates herself into his world, Joy faces a brutal reality of betrayal. She endures relentless humiliation and mistreatment from those around her, struggling to maintain her dignity while watching the man she saved rise above her. The power dynamics shift drastically, leaving Joy isolated and suffering under the weight of her new, hostile environment.