The Emperor's Palace

Her stepmother forced her into marriage. After three years without a child, her mother-in-law could no longer tolerate her, and she was cast aside as a divorced wife.

Before her tears had even dried, she was suddenly granted the title of princess. The Empress Dowager doted on her, and the emperor's younger brother was devoted and dependent on her. For a time, she enjoyed every honor and privilege. Less than two years later, the palace was rocked by upheaval...