Also known as: A Survival Guide to the Jiaqing Emperor's Harem. In the Qing imperial harem, amid the pain and passion of a prosperous age, watch Niu Hulu Shuyan fight her way from the Prince Jia's residence to the Forbidden City. How will she grow step by step and take on the immense responsibility of becoming empress of the Qing?
In the treacherous palace, Shuyan faces countless open attacks, hidden dangers, and schemes. She must deal with the jealousy and persecution of other consorts while navigating the emperor's favor and his coldness. Yet with her intelligence and boldness, Shuyan thrives amid the complicated harem politics. She deftly seizes every opportunity, resolving crisis after crisis and steadily consolidating her position. As time passes, her influence in the harem grows, and her relationship with the emperor becomes increasingly complex. In the Forbidden City, a place rife with power and desire, what kind of legendary life will Shuyan write for herself, and how will she lead the harem toward a new era of glory? Wait and see...
