Rebirth: On the Villain's Self-Cultivation

Once a scorned prince blinded by ambition, Shen Yan's failed rebellion ended at his brother's blade—betrayed by his own mother. Given a second chance at life, he plots meticulously, only to face the same brutal fate. When destiny proves immutable, he makes a radical choice: if he cannot defeat the Crown Prince, he will become his greatest ally. Offering aid from the shadows and paving the path to his brother's triumph, Shen Yan discovers an unexpected warmth in the coldest of hearts. "My hands are stained with blood," he whispers. "How can someone like me deserve affection?" The answer changes…