Raindrops pattered against the windowsill, rustling like lotus flowers blooming and withering in an instant. A cool breeze carried the heavy, wet flower buds from the trees, scattering them beneath the window eaves, their fragrance intoxicating. The dim lamplight illuminated two young men kneeling by the window. Lu Yun asked, “Who are you looking for…

The rain enveloped heaven and earth, making the night pitch black. Under the eaves, the sound of flowing water was like a stream, crisp and pleasant to the ear, making one feel lazy. On the empty streets, a carriage belonging to Prince Chen moved slowly. The red lantern hanging at the front of the carriage…

As dawn broke, the sky was overcast with grey clouds and a bone-chilling wind blew. After the old emperor finished speaking, he sat in his sedan chair and closed his eyes. Several generals went to report to him about the situation in Jianye, while Prince Chen Liu Chu remained rooted to the spot, his expression…

Dreams and reality intertwined, possibilities weaving like silk threads before his eyes, forming a web that eventually spread out into a vast maze. At the center of the maze, Lu Xian lay in a light doze, his forehead damp with sweat. In his dreams, he saw this night engulfed in flames, with Jianye surrounded like…

In the cold, sharp night, dense fog and frost floated like water. Separated by city walls, civil war raged within the city. Outside, King Hengyang led his troops through the fog, encountering Yue Zihan’s group who had taken the old emperor hostage while fleeing the capital. Liu Mu quickly regained composure after his momentary shock,…

Lu Yun and Luo Lingyu were chatting and laughing. The old emperor didn’t stay long at Lu Xian’s wedding banquet before leaving, with the Northern Princess naturally following. Most guests at the banquet merely sighed at how powerful the Lu family was. For a young lord’s wedding to have the emperor attend – what great…

Recently, Chen Wang has been investigating the refugees in Jianye. Those without proper papers or unclear identities were being driven out of the city. Because of this, many refugees began hiding, becoming fearful at the sight of officials. This phenomenon made people secretly resentful, especially compared to last year when the court was providing aid…

Lu Yun was resting at home when the Old Madame summoned him. The maid she sent was quite insistent this time. Lu Yun couldn’t find an excuse to refuse, and thinking that the marks on his face had mostly faded, he agreed to go. At the Old Madame’s courtyard, the morning greetings from the women…

Chen Xiu sat with several ladies in the courtyard pavilion, together unfolding a replica of a portrait of a noble lady. The painting depicted a small pavilion by clear waters, with a beauty leaning against the railing. The lady had an elegant figure, wearing plain white robes that accentuated her otherworldly grace. In the cold…

In his dream, after Lu Xian’s wedding, he kept his promise. Together with several officials, they convinced the emperor to allow Prince Liu Mu of Henyang to return to Jianye. However, due to insufficient preparation, when the imperial edict was issued, Lu Xian’s wedding had already passed. While Liu Mu waited anxiously at the border,…