Lady By The Pillow

Synopsis: A loyal, passionate, and affectionate younger “puppy” (the younger top) meets a gentle, reserved, and aloof older “sister.”

Shi Qing sets her sights on a college student. The student, Wei Jiuli, is innocent, naive, and full of passion.

She’s also obedient.

In bed, a gentle pinch on her shoulder is enough to make Wei Jiuli slow her movements. When Shi Qing gives her a gift, a simple beckoning finger is all it takes for Wei Jiuli to eagerly nuzzle her neck in thanks.

As an actress, Shi Qing often brings Wei Jiuli along with her, especially during summer and winter breaks when they are practically inseparable.

However, all relationships must end. They never fell in love when they were together, so there was no reason to expect love after they broke up.

Wei Jiuli, understanding the rules of adult relationships, leaves without a fuss. After the initial tears, she disappears completely.

“This can be considered your first pot of gold after graduation,” Shi Qing says, handing her a check.

No one expects Wei Jiuli’s debut role to become an overnight sensation.

She stands on the brightly lit awards stage, a star shining among the constellations.

Shi Qing sits unnoticed in the back of the audience, her heart pounding.

“Today, I’d like to thank someone for this award. She taught me the law of the jungle and helped me earn my first pot of gold.”

Shi Qing lowers her gaze, trying to avoid the fiery look in Wei Jiuli’s eyes. But in the thousands-strong venue, she feels that stare piercing directly through her.

Finally, her conscience stirs.

Three months later, Shi Qing is cast as the second female lead in a major costume drama—the empress who has a love-hate relationship with the princess.

She arrives early for the script reading, only to find the actress playing the princess has also arrived early.

Wei Jiuli looks up from her script, walks calmly over to Shi Qing, and smiles gently.

“Hello, Teacher Shi. It’s a pleasure to work with you.”

In the drama, the empress stabs the princess with a knife.

Off-screen, Shi Qing’s legs are trembling, and she leans against the bathroom tile wall. Her wet white shirt clings to her body, revealing a slender waist and a bite mark that has turned a deep red.

“Don’t shake, Teacher Shi. How many pots of gold was my performance worth just now?”

Quick Notes:

1. This is a story about a relationship that starts with convenience and turns into love, leading to a broken mirror reunion.
2. The characters are not perfect. The older sister is cool and a bit detached from the world, while the younger sister is young, passionate, and sometimes impulsive. They will fight more than once, but will quickly make up.
3. Both women are very career-driven. The younger sister is a fierce competitor, while the older sister is disciplined and ambitious despite her calm demeanor.
4. There is an 8-year age gap (Shi Qing is 31). Both characters have had previous relationships, so this may not be a good fit for readers who are uncomfortable with that.

Tags: Younger top, Urban setting, Broken mirror reunion, Entertainment industry, Sweet romance, Healing Characters: Shi Qing, Wei Jiuli One-Sentence Summary: A story of falling in love after a relationship ends, and reuniting after a breakup. Theme: Striving for a beautiful life and a beautiful love, together.