The Imperial Palace Is Dust Beneath My Feet

As noble as a phoenix's feathers, she is adored by countless members of the nobility and strides proudly to the pinnacle of court life.

Such a heaven-blessed child, yet born a girl: Jiu Ranling, the royal family's only princess.

Living in the palace, she hears the harem call her "spoiled and arrogant, proud and overbearing," but says nothing, hiding her laughter behind a gentle smile.

But no matter how radiant her smile, it is all an act.

The harem's balance of power shifts, while dark currents churn in the court.

Twelve years ago, a fire at Qianying Palace claimed the lives of two beloved consorts. The battle to become empress was settled, and the three children left behind by the consorts went their separate ways. Every bit of it was part of a scheme.

Twelve years later, the princess who left the palace returned with its greatest surprise. But fate had other plans. Once the two learned the truth, all they could do was smile faintly and release each other's tightly clasped hands. Every bit of it was fate's cruel design.

She said, "Do you still remember, twelve years..."

This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental. Please do not imitate.