Eight Treasures Trousseau

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Everyone in the City of Jing thinks that bestowment of marriage between Xian Junwang and the daughter of the Yi’an Marquis House is to insert a fresh flower into manure.

Xian Junwang was that fresh flower and the di daughter of Yi’an Marquis House was that manure that was not liked.

It is said that what is heard is false, seeing is believing. Who knows what the truth really is?

Associated Names
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Bát bảo trang
Bā bǎo zhuāng
ETT
The Eight Treasure Dowry
ซ่อนรักวิวาห์ลวง
八宝妆
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12/19/17 Dreams of Jianghu c108 (end)
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12/05/17 Dreams of Jianghu c104
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11/28/17 Dreams of Jianghu c101
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11/21/17 Dreams of Jianghu c98
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11/14/17 Dreams of Jianghu c95
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jeremiaiglesia1
jeremiaiglesia1
February 2, 2020
Status: --
this series is worth reading!it doesn't really have full scheming female protagonist since she's mostly lazy but she's very smart which is why I really like the series. The ML is cool as well.

hope you guys can recommend series similar to this though the more schemers the better???
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natasha_habib
natasha_habib rated it
January 8, 2020
Status: Completed
Loved it and definitely recommend! ❤ My favourite thing about this novel were the complex side-characters. I have read many novels with only 2 type of characters, extremely good or extreamly bad. But not this one. You could never judge the characters simply in this one. They had different thoughts. Different emotions. Good and bad. They were really interesting and made me want to keep on reading to know their true selves. I honestly loved that. ❤ Loved the MC's. Loved the side-characters. Loved the plot. And specially loved the secretive speech.... more>> Guessing the double meaning behind the words was really interesting.

So 5/5 from me! ❤❤ <<less
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Icepride
Icepride rated it
November 24, 2019
Status: Completed
One of my top of the list novels. I can't even describe how much I loved it.

When I was reading this, I felt myself be in ancient times. Strategies, hidden motives and a strong, kinda fluffy love.

You must try it if you like historical novels. Worth a thousand tries.
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ichi
ichi
October 24, 2019
Status: Completed
I read this story so many times.. And I alwys hve tear every time bcs this story are so beautifull.. So in love.. I really really really love this story.. All are so good.. Love this story so much.. ♡♡♡ ❤
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Dramalove
Dramalove rated it
September 28, 2019
Status: Completed
A good story, I love the characters of the FL and ML. At first it was a bit difficult to know who was who and the relation between characters but after it was easier. I don't love lazzy characters but FL was cool and bad ass and it was sweet to see the male lead doting on her from Day 1. The scheming was special because the main couple was watching most of the time but I liked it. I liked also the thought about rumors and female place in... more>> society from the pov of the female lead who is from the 21 century. <<less
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Milliane
Milliane rated it
September 26, 2019
Status: Completed
I just finished re-reading this and omg. It's like I was still reading it for the first time! So many subtle hints that I never caught the first time! It also helped that I read the comments per chapter. Reallt well-writter LN.

Honestly, I loved this. I think this is gonna be in my top 3. If I get reincarnated into any story, this is the one I want. LOL. I saw some reviews that said it's boring but I really like the thoughts of the main character. She has completely... more>> adapted to the world she lives in and she knows the limitations of her society. This gives a different (and refreshing) perspective in the turbulent time if changing the country's ruler. It's kind of a slow brew but it's great. Honestly, I felt the laziness of the MC rub off me. LOL. <<less
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potatosince1992
potatosince1992 rated it
September 2, 2019
Status: Completed
Rating: 4/5

Personal Rating: 3/5

I gave it 4-stars because the story in itself is good. There is harmony in terms of plot, pacing and conflict. However, it lacked character development, especially for FL.

I gave it a 3-star rating for personal preferences because I felt like it was just not my cup of tea. I think this is highly because I am constantly comparing it with 'To be a Virtuous Wife'. See, the beauty of TBVW is how FL carried the story, whereas here, I think FL fell short in terms of... more>> charming its reader, me. <<less
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nyxed
nyxed rated it
August 30, 2019
Status: Completed
I really liked both FL and ML as well as FL's family. The FL wasn't OP. I really liked her character. The romance between the leads was really good as well

The other characters weren't so ridiculous. All their actions, good or bad, had explanations to them. None were so ridiculous just to provide a face-slapping scene.
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famine
famine rated it
August 28, 2019
Status: Completed
The MC didn't do much... Or maybe, should I say, didn't bother? The MC was relaxed overall and led a slow life while being enabled to do so. ML is reasonable, vicious and handpecked husband. The story was great, had a smooth flow from this scheming to another. The other characters was mostly understandable, especially HYL for me, but there were also those like YBY that was depicted as talented, calm, this and tha, but seems clueless. Rumor might be different from reality, but he is... a bit weird, I... more>> mean, MC was rumored because someone slandered her on purpose and she done nothing to counter it.. but YBY was the exact opposite, rumored to be good but in actuality was very crude. He can't grasp other people emotions and was just... Mediocre? I am disappointed in his characteristic than any other character. It felt like he was just made as a villain that was just there to fulfill the story. <<less
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Beccablue
Beccablue rated it
July 7, 2019
Status: Completed
I truly enjoyed this story. It and a wonderful ending and an epilogue. Which I just adore. I love a completed story.

The MC is everything I want to be. Her laziness is goals. She lives her life the way she wants and will let most things go because, they don't really matter to her. But that doesn't mean that she will not take charge when necessary.

She has a couple wonderful maids. Bai Xia in particular is my favorite.

She has a pretty great family, her parents and brothers in particular are... more>> fabulous. Wish they had been in the story more. They really deserved more development.

Sometimes this story does feel like it is dragging a little. But that is because of how much has to be set out and slowly develop. Nothing that happens could be skipped or rushed.

Actually would have liked it to be a couple chapters longer so that the ending could have been spread out and had a bit more of that part be shared.

I would and have recommend this book if royal intrigue and subtle schemes are interesting to you. If you want lost of action and face slapping, this is not it. But it is a clever and interesting story with wonderful, fleshed out characters.

The translation was well done and has a nice flow. So that made reading this story even easier. <<less
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sharl
sharl rated it
December 29, 2018
Status: c108
This was an excellent read! The slow build up, the quiet tension, the way no character is ever black or white... this was a good example of a good court intrigue novel.

I took one point off because the ending felt rushed.
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saltNpepper
saltNpepper rated it
November 16, 2018
Status: Completed
This was a good read. The feelings between the main character and main lead might not have been the typical love, nor was the word ever mentioned by them, but actions speak louder than words for sure.

The main character was described as lazy, but intelligent, and this novel pulls off that difficult personality perfectly. There was never a time when I questioned that description to be true, and there was a good balance of both. She was a very well written character for sure.

The main lead had a questionable "ruthless"... more>> side that was rarely seen, which though made it a bit weird for me, but not enough to bring any part of his character into question. Another well written character.

The relationships between them, and them with their family were pleasant to read, and the author also knew when to make readers feel pity or sympathy for an antagonist character without completely flipping that character's personality and motives.

All in all, very well written, and translations were decently good. The translations that contains various Chinese terms might be off putting or intimidating at the start, but if one gets used to it, the novel is definitely enjoyable. <<less
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VeraH
VeraH rated it
November 13, 2018
Status: Completed
I actually read this before TBAVW, and I still like this better. Mainly because I like smart characters and both MC and ML are smart people, and I like their dynamic. This book is all about slow, but it's not slow enough that it will make you think it's draggy (at least not me anyway), the speed is just about right for this story.

I especially liked chapter 55 and 64.

5/5 recommended for people who are interested!
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vxue
vxue rated it
November 9, 2018
Status: Completed
Worth the read

Bestowment of marriage between Xian Junwang and the daughter of the Yi'an Marquis House. People thought Lu shi was ugly but she wasnt. Her parent really dotes her and she has 3 other brothers. Her husband never married a concubine. Male lead is cousin with the emperor. The emperor, empress, and emperor son is tr*sh. She got beef with second aunt.
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accented_e
accented_e
October 20, 2018
Status: Completed
Binged this in a week (would had finished this sooner if it weren't for school and work). This is one of the best webnovels I have read, and the translation team was excellent! Huge shout out to them for bringing this to us. Also, props to the author for coming up with such a story. Yes it is typical imperial court drama, but the entire time I was engaged and could not stop reading. All the characters are deep and multifaceted, and everyone played a major part for our couple.... more>> I also loved the main characters, and it was great watching them change as the story progressed. I recommend this to everyone!

Also, RIP all the tea sets that were shattered in this webnovel lololol <<less
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JRose.092x
JRose.092x rated it
September 12, 2018
Status: c108
It took a few chapters for me to really get into it but once I did... I couldn't stop. I read it constantly for days. Thankfully I had nothing to do those days. I love MC, she's unapologetic about who she is as a person. She knows she's lazy but that doesn't stop her from taking out the tr*sh when necessary. The best thing about it is her husband supports her 100% no questions asked! Heck he practically holds the door open for her to take out the tr*sh or... more>> he's sending off for a nap! Thankfully there wasn't a whole lot of Harem Drama. There was the potential for it but thankfully there was none. Also her family was amazing, maybe not the married into the family aunts but the rest? Amazing.

It's not a heavy read filled with characters that are impossible to remember. Yes there are 108 chapters but they're not overly long to read. Nice length. It's not 100% perfect, but I did enjoy reading it. To me, this is a solid 4 Star read. <<less
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Tuyet Hong
Tuyet Hong rated it
February 7, 2018
Status: c108
Unlike most transmigrations, there's not much that deals with her previous life. They just mention that her experiences becomes useful. The story is well written and is very heartwarming. I love how her family is also very supportive and protective and their interactions are quite fun to read (Well there's always that one aunt in law and cousin that are b*tches - the aunt in law more so though). The journey between the couple is very cute. Slowly approaching each other amicably.

The only con to this story is I would... more>> say how the author ties in the title at the end of the story. To me, it feels somewhat out of place. Like they're ending the story and was like OH sh*t I forgot to mention what the title has to do with the story. Honestly, I feel like it could've been written in better, more heartwarming way. <<less
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Syue Mirae
Syue Mirae rated it
December 26, 2017
Status: c108
I like this story very much. Its plot is very much to my liking. I like this kind of story which is not too complicated, not too twisted and doesn't drag until it becomes thousand of chapters (which will kill my mood to read it). I like the character of easy-going, lazy female lead so much and the male lead is so whipped.
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MitsukiKanou
MitsukiKanou rated it
December 19, 2017
Status: c108
I'm writing this on the day the translation finished (hurray!)

This story is intentionally slow in the beginning, giving it a more slice of life feel.

The pace will only feel faster around the last 10-20%. This is when all the schemes and seeds planted in the beginning and middle finally show their results.

Rather than a strong action-packed flavor, this novel tastes more subtle and almost relaxed. As in real life, some of the events have multiple meanings and foreshadowings. They get revealed after some contemplation - or reading the comments... more>> of other readers who've done the thinking.

The two protags have a lot of strengths that suit their roles. The main character, Hua Xi Wan, is a refreshing break from all those other Josei/Shoujo Chinese novel MCs that are all about revenge and dealing with petty schemes. She has a lot of depth and strength, but she's judicious in their use, preferring a relaxed life.

Compared to To Be a Virtuous Wife's male lead (He Heng), our male lead here is more talkative. We get to see more of his opinions, thoughts, and ambitions. It's quite interesting how he develops.

Finally, this novel is interesting in how it comments the acting skills of the rest of the Imperial family and nobility.

In many other novels, the behaviors of many characters in nobility don't really fit the behavior that a courtier needs to survive. It short, they're not that believable. I feel like this novel is more accurate in how courtiers would have acted in such situations.

Spoiler

Before Hua Xi Wan transmigrated from the modern era, she was someone from the entertainment circles. If I remember correctly, she was a dancer and actress. It's funny whenever she comments her awe for the acting skills of the imperial family :p

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roake
roake
December 10, 2017
Status: c104
This novel is in fact similar to HTBA Virtuous Wife. I like the almost slice of life pacing. Nothing feels rushed. It's a nice read. A lot of translation are pretty bad that I cannot tell if they story is bad or the translation. I like this translation.
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