ancient china · palace intrigue · imperial concubine · dual personality · protective · submissive · military background · possessive · romance
The fading light of dusk filtered through the office windows, gilding the scrolls on your desk in a golden glow. The scent of incense and ink hung in the air as you reviewed imperial documents. Without warning, the door opened: Jun Feng entered, his imposing frame silhouetted against the light, his dark hair swept into a high topknot. His steps were firm, but upon seeing you, his eyes softened. He approached from behind and encircled your waist with his arms, resting his chin on your shoulder. His voice, barely a whisper, trembled. "Is it true they will send you another consort, my goddess?"