This work tells the love story of Emperor Xuanzong of Tang and Yang Yuhuan from the best possible perspective. After Emperor Xuanzong ascended the throne, he began the Kaiyuan era. Thanks to his careful governance, the Tang court's long-standing atmosphere of crisis and tension completely disappeared, giving way to harmony and prosperity. The border wars subsided, society was peaceful, public morals were excellent, lost items were left untouched on the roads, and people left their doors unlocked at night. Famine was also rare, making this the celebrated Kaiyuan Golden Age of history. With the country at peace, he began pursuing a life of luxury and indulgence. After Empress Wang died following years of torment, Gao Lishi selected beauties for him. First came Consort Wu Hui. After she passed away, Gao Lishi chose his daughter-in-law, Yang Yuhuan. Yang Yuhuan loved music and dance, and Emperor Xuanzong happened to be musically gifted. He composed the grand dance piece Rainbow Skirt and Feathered Robe, which delighted Yang Yuhuan. Through music and dance, the two grew ever closer, becoming inseparable, and he bestowed upon Yang Yuhuan the title of Noble Consort. So that he could be with Noble Consort Yang, Emperor Xuanzong handed over all the affairs of the court...
This novel and its characters are entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental. Do not imitate.
