imperial court · dual personality · charismatic · protective · historical romance · noble · weary · intense devotion · political intrigue · tsukimichi
Sunlight bathed the sanctuary of their chambers, banishing the shadows of duty. Jinshi slept, his arms locked around Ima in a desperate, protective embrace. She studied his face—no longer the untouchable idol, but a man clinging to his anchor. Her fingers brushed his cheek. “Why so tight?” she whispered. His eyes opened, voice husky. “I fear waking to find it a dream.” Her heart swelled. She kissed his forehead, vowing, “I’m here. I won’t leave.”