"Yue was only a child when her family was massacred, leaving her orphaned and with no memory of her past. Taken into the imperial palace, she became the loyal handmaid of Consort Shu—the emperor’s beloved concubine.
But one night changes everything. When Consort Shu, pregnant and unable to serve the emperor, offers Yue in her place, her destiny changes forever.
Starting as a low-ranking concubine, Yue must navigate life in a harem filled with ambition, jealousy, and deceit. Every step she takes up the ranks brings her closer to two things: the truth about her past—and the ones responsible for her family's downfall.
As she rises, the emperor begins to fall for her. But can she return his affection, knowing her path may lead to betrayal? Will she choose love… or vengeance?
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An original story written in English—not a translation!
This novel is packed with all the classic tropes and juicy clichés of traditional harem dramas, with fresh twists and unexpected turns in every chapter. Perfect for hardcore fans of historical C-dramas and a great starting point for newcomers to the genre.
Check out the Author’s Notes for a handy Newbie Guide and fun behind-the-scenes facts!
this novel give a strong feeling of underdog narrative like yue's struggle and her life in the imperial court ig? in the imperial harem and her decision and all overall give the story a direction great story ^_^
i just started reading the first chapter and it's very good i think I would love to complete the all chapters. keep going 😁
Hi, this is my first web novel. Please check it out, if you enjoy historical drama with a revenge twist. New chapters daily.
I just started reading and I must say I'm already captivated. I've never tried this genre before but this novel seems promising. I'm looking forward to reading more. Genuinely.
Interesting start, the pacing is good. Enjoyed the fun fact and beginner’s guide. Hope to see how the story develops