The baihe/Girls’ Love novel originally written in Chinese and available in English for the first time! Two powerful swordswomen face off in this enemies-to-lovers historical tale.

Brash, brilliant, and beautiful, Fu Wanqing is an unconventional choice to inherit leadership of the most prestigious martial sect. Known for her fiery temper and formidable swordplay, there’s only one person she considers a worthy rival: The enigmatic woman who leads the demonic sect, Yu Shengyan.

Eager to prove herself, Fu Wanqing challenges Yu Shengyan to a duel. But Yu Shengyan has no interest in such theatrics—until Fu Wanqing offers something she can’t ignore: A rare medicine that might save one of her own. The price? She must stay by Fu Wanqing’s side for three months.

What begins as a strategic maneuver soon evolves into something more perilous, as rivalry gives way to unexpected intimacy. Fu Wanqing sought a duel—but is she prepared to fall in love?