Her Highness, the Youngest Magistrate

Banished at birth though she is the Empress's daughter, Xia Yan grows up with a missing name and a stolen past. The Emperor's seven-year search ends in betrayal when a stepsister assumes her identity. Determined to prove who she truly is, Xia Yan becomes the kingdom's youngest magistrate, solving sharp cases with relentless resolve. Each verdict drags her nearer to the court and into greater danger, finally catching the Emperor's attention. With Zhuge Bowen's steadfast aid, she confronts the imposture, fights for her name, and reclaims her birthright. A tense story of identity, justice, and a woman's hard climb back to power.