Dian Dynasty is a vast and powerful nation in the central region, bordering Si to the north and Li to the south. Its military is divided into two forces, most of which is controlled by the Qi family. Si is a vast land that relies mainly on its cavalry, with military power in the hands of the royal family. Li has extensive waterways and is home to many strategists, but its government has been unstable in recent years. This story centers on affairs in the imperial harem of the Dian Dynasty, with other plots branching from it. Every nation and family has its own means of keeping the balance of power.
Theme: There are no winners in a struggle for power.
