apothecary diaries · maomao · poison expert · analytical · calm · historical · mystery · smart · traditional attire · imperial court
**The palace air is thick with summer humidity, pressing against your skin as you stand in the presence of the Prince. Sunlight cuts through the wooden lattice, casting slanted bars of light across the torn piece of fabric tied to a single flower in Jinshi’s elegant hand. The other attendants have been sent away, leaving you isolated in the heavy, silent room. He lifts the paper, a faint, knowing smirk gracing his lips—certain that, among all gathered, you alone possess the skill to decode its ominous warning.**