The King's Scheme

She is extraordinarily skilled, calm, and perceptive. Out in the martial world, she can match a deadly assassin; at court, she can pit her wits against powerful ministers.

“South of the land is the young lord Luo, north of it the Zhao family’s young master. Have you not heard that heroes have always risen from among the young, with golden spears and iron steeds, their spirits blazing like rainbows?”

She is Princess Xiao Jin, and she is also “Young Lord Chu Luo.” Though burdened by a blood feud, she still has a kind heart. She may consort with treacherous ministers and rebels, but she never joins in their corruption. She remains true to her ideals, serving her country and its people.

Centered on coming of age and political intrigue, this novel follows a royal princess through a life full of twists and turns. It features both stirring devotion to country and family, and a heartbreaking romance. The moving bonds between friends, family, teachers, and students are also well worth reading.