The Employed Empress Chinese

Li Susu dies unfairly and wishes for a second chance, but fate still jokes on her. "Seriously?! Is this the second chance that I am asking for?!" She was born in a world where political struggle was the deadliest. Worst of all, she was born as the ruthless and tyrant Empress Wu Jinmai! She has no one in the world who is scary and full of political schemes. Will she be able to change her faith and live a long and happy life? What kind of sacrifices does she need to make to change her fate? "I hate you; I detest you. You're my greatest nightmare, and marrying you is like a poison that slowly kills me!" Shanguan Zu Jin suppressed his feelings for the people. He had longed for her. He wants to love and spoil her, but fate has changed her. Will his love be rekindled as the tyrant empress suddenly changes? Is there a second chance for his unrequited love, or…? Find out the answers as the story of the tyrant empress and her emperor consort begins. PS: This is purely a work of fiction. Organization, events, situations, and names are purely created by the author's imagination. Thank you.

"Please, sister, get married with the Emperor of Dormia." My younger sister begged me to get married with the tyrant of Dormia. Octavious Dormia. A tyrant known as merciless in other continents but also worshipped by his people crazily. I, the daughter of the marquis of Pythasus, Tiana Pythasus, am forced to get married with that tyrant on behalf of my younger sister and to succeed the plan that my father and the emperor are plotting. Defeating Octavious Dormia and taking control of Dormia. I thought my kindness had led me to my destruction, but... "Did you get in any trouble on coming here? My wife..." He is the most gentle man I have ever seen! Everything I heard in Symestiaph..........is wrong?

"Any who dawn the title of 'king' or anything of the sort in my presence is nothing more than an ignorant fool. This is my land and I shall be reclaiming it soon. I am Cacophony, the Vampire Empress!" As those words left her lips, every cell in my body reacted. It was unreal—no, it was otherworldly. Her beauty, her power, and her overwhelming arrogance. It might've been then that I realized that my normal life had ended. How did it come to this? Ah, it was curiosity. Yes, a deathly curiosity brought me to that graveyard that day. It was there that I stumbled upon her coffin. I had absolutely no clue what I was doing then, and even now I have no idea what possessed me to touch it—that single moment changed the course of history for the entire world. I found myself delving into a completely unknown world. Should I regret it? Maybe. But the truth is, I don't. Exploring the world’s hidden secrets, forging unexpected bonds, and living alongside the revived empress—it’s exciting. "Even if it's wrong, I think I'm going to enjoy every moment of it."

“I might be the God to whom all bow, but she is the Goddess whom this God worships." ... Cathain De Valerian Valentino, the emperor of the Valentino Empire, was reborn in the modern world, his empress by his side, yet she retained no memories of their previous, tragic life. What unfolds when a plane crash sends them hurtling back to the past, to the era of the esteemed Valentino Empire, and everything begins to change than the past he remembered? Is Cathain capable of protecting his empress, who is oblivious to this enchanted realm, while unraveling the mysteries of their sorrowful past? Or will all be lost once she regains her memories? Because no matter how gentle and soft he is with her now, he can't erase the obsessed and possessive man from her memories... the man who was the reason of the fall of her family, the death of her children... And the man who had executed her with his own hands, … Season 01: Saving The Abandoned Empress (Completed- 220 Chapters)

In a realm where swords clash, magic flows, and mythical beasts roam, three teenagers—Seraphina Eamon and Tenzin embark on an epic quest to uncover the secrets of an ancient civilization long forgotten. Their journey begins when they stumble upon a mysterious artifact in the ruins of a once-great city, awakening the attention of dark forces that seek to control its power. As they delve deeper into the past, the trio discovers lost knowledge that could reshape their world, including powerful spells, forgotten history, and the tragic fate of a fallen people. Guided by cryptic clues and ancient texts, they traverse treacherous landscapes, battling fierce beasts and overcoming magical trials that test their courage and friendship. Along the way, they encounter allies and adversaries who challenge their beliefs and push their limits. As the stakes rise, the teens must confront their own fears and insecurities, learning that the true strength lies not only in their individual abilities but in their bond as friends. Together, they unravel the mysteries of the past, striving to protect their future from the shadows of history that threaten to rise again.

[WARNING: MATURE CONTENT] "...I have to choose a King Consort right now?!" No sooner did the young woman from Earth awake in the body of Empress Isabelle of Nevremia than she was informed she'd have to choose a King Consort to keep her throne. While she was still trying to get used to her new body, new world, and new position, her advisors insisted she marry some stranger to retain her power. "But don't Empresses get to make the rules?" As Isabelle Von Nevremia. not only is she the revered empress of a powerful country, but she has access to a special status system, which allows her to read people's names, skills, moods, and even their kinks. As well as that, there's some kind of mysterious 'challenge' system that awards her 'skill points' for successfully completing challenges. ...But all the challenges are just seducing people. How tacky... "...If I'm going to be Empress, then I won't have a king! I'm going to have a harem!"

An amazing world of cultivation. A majestic world where miracles happen. There is a warrior who defies destiny and forge his own path facing innumerable difficulties ahead. Come and join the life of the person who will go against the set destiny of the cruel world and become something extraordinary. ===== Extraordinary my foot. What is this illogical cr*p? Does it even make sense? If you are doctor, then work in a hospital. What the hell are you doing going after girls? If you are a commander in the army, then bring your army to get revenge on those who wronged you. Why go through the trouble of pretending to be a weakling. You are a useless son in law? Your wife's family thinks you are good for nothing? Then how the hell did you score her in the first place?!!! If they like money so much and you are a hidden millionaire, then why in the name of sanity would you hide this fact and be berated every day?!!! The hell is all this?!!! The more I read it, the more illogical it becomes. Like this all came straight out of someone's as-- [Host, why don't you calm down?] 'You shut up!!! You're the reason I'm stuck here in the first place!!!!' [Host, you need anger management] 'THE FU*K DID YOU SAY?!!!!!' ===== Hello everyone! This is my second novel and so far, nothing is decided. This is just an idea that has been plaguing my mind for quite a long time and I decided to let it out and let you guys decide whether or not I should work on it. Give it a proper read and let me know. You guys will decide the fate of this novel. Also, I would like you guys to come up with proper genres for this story. Bonus chapters: 150 PS for one chapter 300 PS for another chapter 20 GT for two chapters 50 GT for another two chapters 1 Review of 4 stars or above, 1 extra chapters Maximum extra chapters per week: 7 ===== The cover is A.I generated and is not mine. If the real owner would like me to remove it, let me know in any chapter comments. That's it. Enjoy!

Fame. Money. Love. All of this, Joe had for eighteen years, of his life. Until a tragic accident happened before the peak of his football career. Which destroyed it in only a few seconds. When everyone loved him, they left him alone, broken in a hospital bed. Before he could come back, he lost the last members of his family. Then his former club comes with allegations, of a broken contract from his fault, and he lost all the earned money. He was left, with nothing. For eight years, he lived from day to day studying, working, having rehabilitation for his injured knee. As they say, what one time is taken, is given back. As he accidentally becomes secretary of Megan Clark by everyone called Empress. His life changed drastically after it. He found love in his boss, who first say these words to him. ‘Secretary of the Empress’ is a story about love, which slowly grows in the main characters. Because of many things which they will meet in their journey of revenge and protecting each other. -------------------- While now great view on sky and city below show up, boss turned to me, and when she looked at my eyes, she said: “Joe, I have something to tell you.” “Yes, boss,” I said while looking at her eyes, and when she walked closer to me, we looked at each other eyes. She said, “I like you.” While hearing her words, I had no answer for this, and while I looked at her, I asked, “excuse me?” “I love you, I want you to be my boyfriend,” she said, and while I looked at her, I couldn’t believe that this has happened, and while my mind still processed her words, she looked at me, and then she said, “so what is your answer?” ------------------------- Daily upload at 8:30 and 18:00(server time) The cover is not mine.

A young princess who rules in her own right strives to be the best ruler she can be for her people whilst navigating through the trials of love, duplicity, friendships, and warfare, her ultimate goal being to eventually become a powerful empress one day. Disclaimer: This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents are either the product of the author's imagination or used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, events, or locales is entirely coincidental.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if the pinnacle of a Xianxia Cultivation Story appears in the middle of a post-apocalyptic system and tower climbing setting, without having lost her powers, unrestrained, and invincible? Bing Xue spent eleven thousand years in the world of Murim, ascending to become the pinnacle after countless hardships, blood, and tears, and sacrificing her own humanity in the process. However, she was incapable of ascending into the Immemorial Primordial Void Realm; incapable of escaping the Heavenly Will's influence, she gambled it all on a single decision, escaping into the Outer Cosmos with her last remaining energies. Despite thinking her long journey was coming to an end, a black hole teleports her back to Earth out of nowhere! However, things on her home planet are much different than before. The Tower now exists, connecting Earth with countless other worlds. Monsters come out of Dimensional Gates, threatening humanity, and awakened people named Players climb the Tower in hopes of saving humanity from destruction. After learning that her mother and her sister are still alive, Bing Xue will use the overwhelming and supreme might she has cultivated for eleven thousand years to destroy the tower, slay the gods that govern it, and save Earth from its untimely demise. The System? She will fold it and make a fashionable scarf with it! The Administrators? They might become her new pets. The Monsters? Nothing but ants that die immediately by merely touching her Immortal Aura. The Hunters? If they behave, she might make them her disciples and teach them to cultivate the Heavenly Dao, so they don’t rely too much on the System. The Hostile Players? Just flies she’ll slap to death with a gentle wave of her hands. And the Gods? Merely aperitives for her ever-growing Divinity! During its serialization, this novel will be available for free forever, no premium. However, you can read advanced chapters here: https://www.patreon.com/pancakeswitch Copyright 2023 PancakesWitch. All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced or used in any manner without the prior written permission of the copyright owner, except for the use of brief quotations in a review. This novel is also being posted on Scribblehub and Royal Road. If you see it anywhere else, please let me know. Thank you.

Eight hundred years ago, Zhang Ruochen, the son of Emperor Ming, was killed by his fiancée, Princess Chi Yao, leading to the downfall of a prodigy. Eight hundred years later, Zhang Ruochen is revived, only to discover that his former fiancée, who once killed him, has already unified the Kunlun Realm and established the First Central Empire, claiming the title of "Empress Chi Yao." Empress Chi Yao—ruler of the world, her power dominates all directions; she remains eternally youthful, immortal and indestructible. Standing outside the ancestral hall of the emperors, Zhang Ruochen gazes at the portrait of Empress Chi Yao, his heart ablaze with intense hatred, declaring, "Give me thirteen years to rebuild, and I shall drag the Empress down to the underworld."

A mysterious young man of unknown origin is employed as a junior doctor in a clinic. Possessing superb medical skills and a strong personality, he gains widespread fame in the countryside through his medical expertise and wisdom.

The world of wyverns has always had a very strict social pyramid, and for centuries Alex Conrad's family has been at the top in England. They even founded a school so they could keep their children away from humans and wyverns deemed to be less worthy. But ever since Alex was a kid, the pyramid has been slowly crumbling, and now for the first time, their doors will be open to wyverns from all social backgrounds. Plenty of upper-class families are less than thrilled with the Conrads' decision, and almost all of the new students harbour hostility toward the ones who have looked down on them for so long. Especially Alex's new flatmate, a boy named Matthew Montoya, who is determined to prove a point by making Alex's life as miserable as he can manage. Things take a turn when the tension on campus claims a student's life and the two have to decide if they're going to let the tragedy bring them together or rip them further apart.

You are already having enough nightmares and demons in your day to day life. What happens when you start getting haunted by nightmares from an ancient world or maybe, as the legends say, memories from your past life? WARNING: SENSITIVE CONTENT On her 18th birthday, Li Juan had a nightmare that changed her life forever. She saw a queen of an ancient kingdom being murdered in her dream. Even though it was just a dream, intrigued by its content, she starts searching for its meanings and interpretations. Today, Li Juan is a research scholar at the archaeology department and she is on a quest to find a lost city. While searching about the lost city, she realises that her past and present life is being intertwined with three men who claim to own her heart. "Li Juan, you belong to me," declared her Highschool crush who also happens to be her current boss. "Li Juan, we are destined to be together," proclaimed her celebrity crush. "Li Juan, both of our families, wants us to become a couple," proposed her family friend. "Wait a minute!!! Are you sure the "Li Juan" whom you all mentioning is really me?" Even Li Juan herself finds it difficult to believe their claims, " I am sorry to disappoint you all, but I have already fallen in love with my research career." "But Li Juan, I promised that I'll help you to find your Queen," A blurry image of a man from her memory reminded her. Who is that? Through her broken dreams and shattered memories, Li Juan is still searching for the one who made the promise, to find the Queen from her dreams !!! No Mature content on first 20+chapters, but later chapters are under PG-18 Disclaimer: 1. Slow-paced romance with lots of mysteries. 2. Lengthy chapters (Minimum 1.5k words/chapters) 3. There are several chapters that deal with abusive toxic relationships and bullying. 4. The cover is not mine, I will remove it if the creator demands. 5. Read my other story, "No where to run: Trapped with my Archenemy" on webnovel # FIRST 100+ chapters are currently under editing # Support me on ko-fi https://ko-fi.com/monsoonmangoes0502

[Mature Content] What do you do when your only ruler is about to lose their life to an illness? Do you seek out every medical specialist you can find? Or do you bargain for the help of something supernatural? And what do you do when they come knocking for payment? Ever since Empress Arabella took the throne, there has been peace in the Empire, but she lacks a husband and an heir. When tragedy strikes as an unexplained illness takes over her body, her advises rush to the aid of someone who is only willing to help, if she agrees to marry him... With enemies turning to loves, and a love story that reaches through time. Will Arabella agree to the terms or allow death to take her? Tropes Included: Vampires - Who hurt you? - Dark Romance - Fated Mates - Enemies to Lovers - Touch Her & Die - Force Proximity - Supernatural - Morally Grey Villain - Spice - Dark Gothic Atmosphere.

one moment I was stabbed, bleeding out on the ground and the next I was reborn.. thought I still have memories of my past life which I see as a good thing I was lonely, powerless and depressed but this time I'm going to live life to the fullest.. by getting what I want and becoming the strongest. My name is Lithia Eventyde I was born a Dhaphir with some sort of demonic bloodline I've recently found I can activate an aura that apparently makes people near me loose their inhibitions becoming drunk on lust.. oh another thing a majority of the population of this world are female and futa with lower male birthrates and luckily I was born futa so I look forward to creating a harem of women on my rise to the pinnacle.. ========== this is an R18 novel No Ntr lots of lemons the Mc might steal other women.

逆境千重心不移 (Endless Adversity, Unwavering Heart) 一梦尘世入幽冥， (A single dream, from the mortal world to the shadowed abyss,) 古国权谋风雨侵。 (Where ancient realms, with schemes, are ravaged by storm and strife.) 虚空深锁魂魄起， (The Void binds deep, awakening her soul's flight,) 生死一线心自明。 (On the line of life and death, her heart holds clear and bright.) 亲仇若镜碎成影， (The betrayal of kin, shattered like broken mirrors in the dark,) 众敌环伺刀锋隐。 (Surrounded by hidden blades, enemies waiting to strike.) 世间英雄何为定， (What makes a hero, in a world where fates entwine?) 孤身行路踏星辰。 (Alone she walks, treading upon stars, carving her own line.) P.S. The Cover is AI generated.

Haven't quite figured out the synopsis yet.. but it's Yuri there is nothing else to know.. There will be a harem.. There won't be any futa, just pure sweet harem.. it's a dark theme, if you can't handle such things, then I have to say, I really don't know how you have survived this far in this dark and messed up world.. Read and see if you like (leave a comment if you think there is somewhere I can improve)

"If loving you means letting you go... Then I rather not love you and chain you down with me; making you mine in our every life..." "My empress..." ... All her life, Eleanora did everything to make him love her but in the end, what she got from him was her execution for a sin that she never did. Before dying, Eleanora coldly stared at his bloody red eyes as he lifted up the sword to execute her… "I will never forgive you for killing me and my child, Cain..." For the first time in her life, she saw his anxious gaze. But it was too late as the sword in his hands had already landed on her neck, separating it from her body. Eleanora finally thought everything was over but then she opened her eyes again, to find herself back in 10 years in the past when all the misfortune was yet to happen. She was firm to change her tragic ending this time but it was not only her who changed… . . [Season 02: Saving The Abandoned Empress S2 (Ongoing)]

Falling for his warm touch despite his usual coldness, she loved him only to be disappointed and betrayed in the end. When love turns to darkness, it festers to be poisonous and consumes the soul. The naïve Arabella evolved. *** “Thank you for becoming my wife,” was her cold husband’s last words before he died, coupled with a smile that had never before graced his lips. Not on their wedding day. And not even at the birth of their only child. Emperor Ferdinand, someone Arabella loved so much, killed their son. She became a villainess and vowed revenge for her beloved child. For a decade, she used everything she could to make Ferdinand pay. Until finally… he fell to ruin! With her revenge complete, Arabella's life soon ended with her dead husband in her arms. But fate wasn’t done playing with her. All of a sudden, she was back two decades ago right after their wedding. Was it a curse or a blessing? It didn’t matter. Because there is only one thing she needed to do. “I will ruin you in this lifetime too!” This was her hateful promise to herself upon realizing she was reborn. But in her second life, Arabella was unexpectedly bestowed a gift to uncover the truth. Who was wrong and who was right? Only time will tell.

"So, you're telling me you don't want to marry me? Didn’t you fight for this?" Crown Prince Zheng Liang was stunned. Yang Ning, the notorious schemer, wanted to call off their engagement? He thought he'd be relieved, but her sudden boldness had him questioning everything. "Your Highness, I don't want to be a sacrificial lamb, thank you very much," Yang Ning retorted with a fake smile, inwardly groaning. ‘Just break it off already!’ Fang Li, once a national treasure as an archery champion, finds her career and life on the brink of ruin after being embroiled in a scandal. But when she wakes up in a novel as Yang Ning—the villainess fated to become the most despised Empress and the fiancée of a Crown Prince who detests her—she’s determined not to follow the script! Armed with wit, humor, and a fierce will to survive, Yang Ning is set on rewriting her destiny. The twist? The Crown Prince, who’s supposed to loathe her, seems far too interested in her now. Can she escape her villainous destiny, or will she get tangled in royal drama and unexpected romance? ## Note: No extended misunderstandings or breakups—there will be some drama, but only to make the romance even better. This is a fun, romantic comedy full of witty banter! Cover: Original cover design by the author – kindly refrain from using without permission. Follow on Instagram: @kamlyn_love Discord Server: https://discord.gg/NTPCE7YZm7

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Ascension of the Primordial Phoenix centers on Huang Nian, an illegitimate daughter of the Huang family, who faces mockery for her lack of cultivation skills. Her life transforms dramatically when she awakens the ancient power of the Primordial Phoenix within her, granting her access to lost cultivation techniques and mystical knowledge. As she rises from disgrace, Huang Nian must confront envious rivals, navigate court intrigue, and reclaim her rightful place. Will she fulfill her destiny and become the true heir of the Phoenix Clan, or will her enemies succeed in stopping her ascent?

This series revolves around a minamoto born tsmugi,who ascends power despite the era's class system and later marries emperor Daisuke Naruhito (emperor Kenji of Japan)to become an empress of the Yamato dynasty, Instead of her first love shigeto arkihito.The series depicts her love and political ambitions as she is torn between the two nations.

Mysterious Revival, the dawn of various gods - is this a good thing? Accompanying the resurgence of spirit Qi is... the unsolvable terror! An unusual surname, a soul traversing two realms, a mysterious epic...

Qin Xiaoguo was a successful chef working in the future era. A turn of fate brought her to the past, into a time of famine and uncertainty. Waking up one day, Qin Xiaoguo found herself face to face with a boy who acknowledged her as his mother. Having transmigrated from the year 3024 to 42 BC, Qin Xiaoguo had traveled across a three-millennium time leap to the past. She was transported to a destitute place, and also became mother to a hungry, skinny boy at the same time. Her only comfort to her new-found circumstances was a spatial ring that allowed her to transmigrate—giving her free access to food and other belongings from a different era. After years of raising her son singlehandedly, Qin Xiaoguo had a surprise visitor at her door. It was a man claiming to be her husband, requesting to stay the night. Out of confusion and pity, Qin Xiaoguo let the self-proclaimed father of her child into the house.

One day, after five years of living in the shadow of the popular actor—Mo Boyuan, Dr. Jiang suddenly decided that she had enough! Mo Boyuan: Why are you kicking up a fuss? Jiang Tingxu: I’m not. Let’s divorce! Mo Boyuan: Divorce? In your dreams! Jiang Tingxu's identity was later exposed and overwhelming insults began pouring in. Fan of King Mo: This woman isn’t good enough for my King Mo! The great Movie King Mo streamed live on the internet: Heh, the woman you claimed isn’t good enough for me is an all-rounded top scorer and was recommended to Peking University at 16. You’re wrong. She’s TOO GOOD for me and I’m out of her league! Also, she’s the little brat that I’ve been pampering and adoring for 20 years. I won’t tolerate anyone who lays a finger on her!

Jiang Tingxu adalah seorang dokter yang pernah bertugas di medan peran. Ia magang di sebuah rumah sakit. Ia dikenal sebagai seorang dokter sangat berbakat dan disukai rekan sejawatnya. Sebagai istri dari seorang aktor terkenal, Mo Boyuan, ia merahasiakan identitasnya kepada rekan-rekannya yang juga penggemar fanatik sang suami. Karena tidak tahan dengan situasi tersebut, ia berencana menceraikan suaminya. Namun, ia harus mengambil hati putranya terlebih dahulu.

‘’YOUR MAJESTY, HER MAJESTY SLAPPED HER EXCELLENCY THE ARCHDUCHESS!’’ ‘’Get all the imperial doctors and physicians in the empire. They must find a cure for her swollen hand!’’ ‘’YOUR MAJESTY, HER MAJESTY SPENDS TOO EXTRAVAGANTLY!’’ ‘’She is my wife and my empress. It is my wealth and fortune that she spends!’’ ‘’YOUR MAJESTY….!’’ ‘’YOUR MAJESTY…..!’’ ‘’YOUR MAJESTY, HER MAJESTY…..!’’ The emperor, getting tired and annoyed of the numerous complaints around his beloved empress roared at the nobles. ‘’LEAVE MY BELOVED WIFE ALONE! SHE IS THE EMPRESS AND CAN DO WHATEVER SHE WANTS!’’ His chest heaved in anger Witnessing the emperor’s rage towards their actions, all the opposing nobles kept quiet until an opportunity arrived at their doorstep. ‘’Y-Your majesty, the empress punished the queen for coming to the empress palace.’’ One of them got the courage to speak up. This time, the nobles saw the emperor not speaking immediately and gloated about the empress’s misfortune in their hearts. In the end, the queen is more favored than the empress. This was they thought until…. ‘’Add more to the queen’s punishments. How dare she go to the empress’s palace without permission!!’’ Surprisingly, the emperor was angrier than before! ***** Rose Kingston transmigrated into a novel as a side character, an empress with the same name as hers, who will be replaced by the emperor’s true love, the female lead. The emperor, as the male lead and she, as a side character, were not meant to be. ‘So I will soon get deposed.’ Rose came to that thought, and then shrugged her shoulders like nothing was wrong with her tragic circumstances. She didn’t even bother in getting away from the main story of the novel or involving herself in the relationship of the main characters. Having being the empress of the entertainment industry, she was tired of the schemes, workloads, fake smiles, fake relationships and all of it. She did not have any true friend and dedicated her measly free time in reading novels from a therapeutic suggestion. As though the heavens heard her earnest wish of leaving such life, she suddenly became an empress and decided to be lazy. She was wealthy without working and it was not her money, so….she enjoyed her new life to the fullest! But…. There was one thing Rose did not expect, and that is, attracting the emperor’s attention. ‘’Your majesty, please move to the queen’s palace as this empress will never serve you.’’ ‘’You are my empress, my wife and the mother of my future children. If I don’t come to you, then who do I go to, my lazy empress?’’ Rose did not foresee the emperor turning to a big wolf, wagging his furry tail at her every command. What will she do? Continue staying in the empire with the main characters, running away from the main plot…. or does fate have something else in store for her unexpected life as the empress character in a novel? ***** Read more to find out the Unpredictable life of Rose Kingston! My OTHER NOVELS: Hus Unforgiving Duchess (Completed) The CEO’s Masked Wife (On hold) CONTACT ME: Instagram – b.sowunmi Discord server - https://discord.gg/yCHEyDjwG5

A Promise For Liu Fen (Chinese Gl, Yuri, lesbian, Lgbt, girlxgirl): Ying Lan is a girl in boy’s clothing; a thief and a survivor, a nobody and a mystery. In the teeming streets of Jiao, she survives by her quick wits and nimble fingers. She has no home, no kin, no past, no memories. Only a fog that clouds her mind and a hunger that drives her on. Liu Ping is the daughter of a general, a scion of war and glory. She has everything a girl could want, except the one thing she desires most: her friend, her confidant, her soulmate. She lost her to the flames of rebellion, and with her, a part of her soul. She lingers on, but she does not live. She is a prisoner of her own grief. Fate brings them together, in a twist of chance and destiny. They face the secrets of the past and fight those who wish to keep them hidden. They find in each other a spark of warmth, a flame of passion. They fight for their lives, their love, their future.