The Great Xia Dynasty. The Empress has ascended the throne, and the realm is beset by troubles, both within and beyond its borders.
Empress: "Prince Zhentian, the Tang Dynasty wishes to cement an alliance with us through marriage, but I have no children. Looking across the entire court, only you, Prince Zhentian, are suitable."
Qin Yu, Prince Zhentian, thought for a moment. His manor still had a few spare rooms.
So Qin Yu replied solemnly, "Your Majesty, for the sake of the Great Xia Dynasty, I will gladly do my duty."
"You've worked hard, Prince Zhentian. Don't leave the palace tonight. Stay and chat with me, and watch the moon..."
This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.
