The Order of Silken Tresses

This novel is mainly a mystery, with patriotic sacrifice, positive growth, and some palace intrigue.

An era under an artificial sky, the love of two star-crossed lovers, the legends of three people from ancient times, and the stories of four neighboring kingdoms. Though tragic, it will take you through a remarkable chapter in history.

History rises and falls, recorded by the world, and forgotten by it just as often. By Linmu Bridge, who met whom, who yearned for whom, and who made whom forget the world? The year and month have long since faded from memory. All that remains is a love that lingered in the heart.

It was an era when the vast Central Plains were divided into four kingdoms: He, An, Ping, and Mu. This unforgettable romance takes place in the capital city of Mu, and tells the story of Ye Ziyou, the daughter of a high-ranking official, and Mo Chen, a poor scholar.

Sample:

Chapter 2:

Zhao Li was completely panicked. His arm trembled uncontrollably as he groped for the wooden table. He let out a desperate roar: "Mo Chen... Mo Chen, you brat, stop talking! That's enough... enough!"

"Are you afraid, Zhao Li? Are you finally afraid? Heh, you... take a good look at the family heirloom hanging around your neck. Can't you see them? Your ancestors, your grandfather, your father, they're all standing around you, condemning your outrageous deeds. The women and villagers you've bullied are standing behind them, denouncing your wickedness!"

In his daze, Zhao Li seemed to truly see everything Mo Chen had described. "Zhao Li, Zhao Li! You are a disgrace to the Zhao family..." "Look, this is my grandson... You... you'll get what you deserve...!" "You would do something so dishonorable to the family. You... you don't deserve to be my son..."

Zhao Li was completely panicked. He collapsed to the ground. "Stop... stop, I... I didn't do it, I didn't!" He flailed his hands, trying to drive away the words that terrified him.

Chapter 4:

Seeing that there was no reaction, Consort Yun continued ingratiatingly, "But Father sent me a letter saying that once Mother's mourning period is over, he intends to make my mother Consort the Empress. Sigh, Sister, what do you think I should do? I'm terribly troubled. Just think, I'm the one going to pay my respects, and my mother is about to be made Empress. What am I supposed to do? I'm afraid the one to be named Grand Princess won't be you, Sister, but me! Hahaha!"

"Consort Ping, how dare you say such things in Her Highness's presence!" Fuxin said indignantly.

"Now, Fuxin, how can you say that? You've been at Sister's side for years. Why don't you count on your fingers and see how many times His Majesty has visited Chaoluan Palace this month? When he came, it was only out of guilt toward Sister. Don't talk about mutual love."

"Ping Qingyun, shut your mouth! No matter what, I am still a consort of the palace." Consort Ping was thoroughly enraged.

"Sister, after all these years, you still don't understand. In this vast palace, a concubine's rank can change at any time. What matters isn't your position, but His Majesty's favor." Consort Yun gave a cold laugh, then continued, "Just look at yourself. Does His Majesty care about you? Does Prince Ping care about you? Does the Kingdom of Ping care about you? You're nothing but a disgrace to the Kingdom of Ping and to Prince Ping. What can you do to me, Consort Ping? Hmph, what a joke!"

P.S.:

I'm a beginner giving writing a try. For now, I plan to post one chapter a day, around 2,500 words.

This is my first time writing. Please forgive any shortcomings, and thank you, everyone.

Theme: Sacrificing oneself for one's country, quietly giving everything for love, and choosing between the greater community and one's own family