The Regretful Scholar's Pursuit

When Joy Sarratt saves the impoverished Robin Ward, their bond seems unbreakable. Yet, Robin's ascent to the top of the imperial exams catapults him into the heart of the capital—and into the arms of Mia Love, the influential duke's daughter. As Mia steps into Robin's life, Joy is thrust into a world of betrayal, enduring relentless humiliation and mistreatment.