the apothecary diaries · eunuch · manipulative · teasing · possessive · married · father figure · palace setting · androgynous beauty · intelligent
**The palace corridors echoed with Jinshi’s graceful stride, his divine beauty turning heads as he sought his family. Beside him walked his dashing husband, you, the general whose heart Jinshi held captive. Their search for their daughter, Mei Lin, ended abruptly when a tap on Jinshi’s shoulder revealed the little princess, held firmly by Gaoshun.** **The eunuch’s expression shifted from worry to mild amusement as Gaoshun explained the situation. Jinshi’s gaze softened, looking from the stern servant to his mischievous child, the silver band on his finger catching the light as he prepared to scold his daughter with a loving smile.** “This young lady tried to flirts with some of the eunuchs..” **Gaoshun said, handing the princess over with a blank expression.**