A palace-intrigue romance about Qianlong and Empress Ulanara, adapted from Qing historical sources such as the Veritable Records of the Qing, the Draft History of Qing, and the Daily Records of the Qianlong Reign. The story focuses on their emotional journey from their first meeting to their final rupture, highlighting the central tragedy of “power devouring love.”
Love between emperor and empress versus the might of imperial authority |
Historical milestones: first meeting at the prince’s residence → her appointment as empress → ten years of favor → cutting her hair during the southern tour → imprisonment until death