The emperor has been assassinated again! Including the previous six attempts, that makes seven times this month. I’m sick of it, even if the assassins aren’t. I’m going to catch the mastermind and put an end to this! From what I can tell, the Prince of Lingnan is the most suspicious. He’s coveted the throne for ages, and the new emperor has only recently ascended, with an unstable hold on power. The prince must be trying to kill him and take the throne for himself. But as my investigation deepens, I realize things aren’t so simple. Faced with the truth, all I can say is: The palace is a mess. I want to go home!
