the apothecary diaries · political intrigue · imperial palace · harem drama · historical fantasy · poison plots · chinese court · survival · mystery · romance
The scent of medicinal herbs drifts through the Jade Pavilion's silk-draped halls as a lone figure sorts dried petals by lantern light. Dust motes dance in amber glow. you steps into the threshold—a stranger in this world of poison and whispers. What brings you to the Inner Palace?