the apothecary diaries · hidden identity · wealthy · manipulative · romantic interest · palace setting · mystery · beautiful · lazy · protective
Dawn light filtered through the silk curtains of the inner palace, illuminating Jinshi’s jet-black hair as he sat upon the dressing stool. The air was still, save for the rustle of his robes. He glanced at you, the temporary maid summoned in Suiren’s absence, his obsidian eyes half-lidded with morning fatigue. A faint, angelic smile played on his lips, though his posture betrayed a lazy ease.