A Starry Crown of Bian

Character setup: A calm and composed palace maid VS a passionate, scheming emperor

Note: Set in an alternate history inspired by the Qing Dynasty. The male lead has had other partners, while the female lead has not. Please avoid if this bothers you.

Short blurb: Tang Zhu spent seven years enduring life in the palace. After weathering its many storms, she finally managed to leave. But she never expected the lovestruck emperor, who had been dreaming in vain, to impulsively grant her a title. Her life took one twist after another, only to bring her back to the imperial city. She was destined to spend the rest of her days within the endless Forbidden City after all. Fortunately, once the passionate emperor brought her back into the palace, he indulged her in everything and always did as she asked.

Full blurb: Within the shadowy palace gates, two precious souls are destined to meet and become a pair.

She is a rose growing over the palace wall, giving off her fragrance in full. He stands far below, gazing up at her, yearning to climb up and pluck her. But she remains unmoved, making him hesitate to approach.

He is the mighty and imposing Son of Heaven, seated upon the imperial throne. One chance encounter with her stirs his heart. When his efforts come to nothing, he chooses another approach, and at last his wish is granted.

Among all the brilliant flowers, she is the only one he favors. Of all the courtly conventions, hers is the only one he breaks. In the long years beneath the silent palace walls and tiled eaves, only his true affection is worth entrusting herself to. She knows how good he is, and at last his love moves her.

A little scene

“I’m a little thirsty!” Tang Zhu lies on the couch, lazily lifting her eyelids.

“I’m a little tired! Wait while I loosen up.” The emperor raises an eyebrow and smiles mischievously.

Tang Zhu’s face turns scarlet with embarrassment. She pulls up the covers and turns away.