Even Peach Blossoms Are More Romantic Than You

Rumor in the palace has it that His Majesty intends to make Du Ruo, the Imperial Edict Court Lady, his empress and grant her the phoenix seal! Rumor in the capital has it that Ji Ze, the all-powerful regent, asked His Majesty to let him marry the Imperial Edict Court Lady, but was refused! The latest news: Du Ruo, the Imperial Edict Court Lady, turned thirty today and left the palace! "I personally sent you to a place where I couldn't protect you. At the very least, can't you let me do something for you?" "You don't like anything I want to give you, so tell me: what is it you really want?" "Your kindness only makes me feel guilty." "Then don't put your conscience at ease. When I suffer for you, at least feel sad for me once." "They say the whole world belongs to you, but you have never belonged to me." "I help the people. Have you ever helped me?" "Your Majesty, your hatred for this world has already turned you into the very thing you despise most." A lovesick fool speaks of dreams, while everyone says love is all-consuming. Note: Slow burn