Love is a fragile thing. It can be nurtured, like a delicate flower in spring, blossoming under warmth and care. Or it can be neglected, left to wither under the weight of indifference until nothing remains but dust and regret. This is the story of a love that was once whole, then broken, then lost entirely. A love that burned brightly in the heart of a Queen-so deeply, so fiercely, that it consumed her. And a love that the Emperor never recognized until it was too late. She loved him. More than she should have. More than he deserved. She had given him her loyalty, her devotion, her very soul. And in return, he had given her nothing. Not his trust. Not his protection. Not even his mercy. Her love for him had died long before her body did. If fate ever gave her another chance, she would never love him again. But fate is cruel. Death was not the end. She would return, reborn from the ashes of her suffering. Not as the woman who once waited for his love. Not as the Queen who had begged for his favor. But as someone who would never waste another moment longing for him. This time, it would be his turn to burn.

The sixteen-year-old imperial consort is hopelessly in love with the charming young captain of the imperial guards. To be near him, she comes up with a reckless plan to escape the palace and somehow ends up in his household, where everyone treats her like family. Each day she falls a little harder, but to him she's only a little sister. She refuses to stay that way. She'll make him see her as a woman, a partner, someone he could never ignore. A tale of forbidden love, quiet mischief, and a girl brave enough to chase what her heart wants.

The story takes place in ancient China. The day my elder sister was appointed Crown Princess, I volunteered to marry the sickly General Wei Shuhan. All of the capital laughed, saying I was picking up the trash my sister didn't want. On our wedding night, I smiled lightly at my coughing, blood-stained groom. "General, do you know you've been poisoned by three strange toxins?" When he gripped my throat, I spoke even more shocking words: "I wish to make a deal with you-wipe out my family for me, and I'll cure your poison and extend your life." By the flickering candlelight, his eyes turned crimson. "And if I refuse?" I brushed my hand across his chest. "Then the general will have no choice but to enter the underworld as a virgin." Later, when the poison flared up, he pressed me against the medicine vat, his burning breath brushing my ear. "The third poison... could it be a love curse?"

Wei Zifu, the second wife of Emperor Wu of Han, who rose from a poor singer to a powerful and respected empress. Her rise, fall from grace and survival in imperial harem. **** This story my is historically accurate. Please vote and give lots of love. **** 🪷Age gap 🪷Concubine 🪷 Pregnancy 🪷 Affair 🪷Patriarchy 🪷 Strong female lead 🪷 Harem

When the news of her marriage to the elegant and noble young master of the Pei family came out, everyone said they were a perfect match. But a perfect match is one thing, a marriage without love is like a pile of loose sand, sooner or later existing in name only. Just like at the wedding, Shan Yin almost mispronounced Pei Yunhe's name, and the guests whispered among themselves, saying they were just a couple in name only. Looking at Shan Yin, who feigned composure and poise, Pei Yunhe raised an eyebrow and made a note of it. - A month into their marriage, Shan Yin fell ill, and the Pei family went to great lengths to bring in renowned physicians from prestigious families. The old Chinese medicine doctor took her pulse, glancing only at the refined and elegant Pei Yunhe beside him. "Young man, you must learn restraint." "I'm not young anymore; being too reserved won't work," the refined man replied. "Ahem!" Shan Yin blushed, both their voices hoarse from being forced to call his name repeatedly the previous night. From then on, the rumors were dispelled, and Shan Yin and Pei Yunhe became the model couple of Nan Qiao.

His empress. Her emperor. After a lifetime, would things be the same? Would they be the same? ORIGINAL STORY Photos not mine. Mined on Pinterest. Credits to the owners.

In the grand halls of the ancient imperial palace, beauty is a weapon-and innocence can be the deadliest disguise. Li Xueying was once betrayed, burned, and left for dead by the sister she trusted most. Reborn with a heart ablaze for revenge, she returns not just to survive but to claim everything that was taken from her-her family's honor, the emperor's heart, and the throne itself. To the world, she is an elegant flower veiled in grace, a picture of innocence and charm. But beneath the imperial veil lies a woman of fierce intelligence, seductive allure, and unyielding resolve. With every calculated smile and whispered secret, she entangles the emperor and his younger brother in a dangerous dance of passion and power. Amidst jealous rivals, treacherous harem women, and palace conspiracies, Xueying's greatest weapon is her mind-and a trusted maid who sees beyond the veil. As the emperor's desire turns possessive and the stakes rise with a miraculous pregnancy, her quest for the throne will ignite flames that burn brighter than ever. Will Li Xueying seize the crown and her destiny as Empress? Or will the shadows of the past consume her once again?

The Divine Fox Beast, Jing Yi was thrown down from the Heaven Realm to the Mortal Realm full of wounds. Fu Yue Long, the Sixth prince was hunting in the forest when he saw her. He then took her back to the palace, and Jing Yi fell in love with him while he was taking care of her meticulously. For love she selflessly assisted him up the throne, only to be killed by Yue Long and his mistress. Jing Yi who died tragically vowed to never give her heart away and love foolishly again if she was given a second chance. And she was given that chance, when she woken up in the forest before she meets the Sixth Prince. She wanted a peaceful second life, yet one persistent prince wouldn't let her off. [Original story!!] Highest Ranking #2 in novel Aug2018-march2020

"She's beautiful..." "Too bold. Look how she carries herself." "Not a shred of fear." "Another girl for His Majesty to forget in a month." Born as the daughter of a disgraced general, Fei Zhenrou was raised in secret after her father was executed for treason. When a mysterious decree from the Emperor brings her into the palace as a low-ranking concubine, no one expects her to survive more than a few months in the silken trap of the Inner Court. But Zhenrou is not what she seems. Behind her gentle façade hides a woman trained in espionage, warcraft, seduction, and survival. As she navigates assassinations, political schemes, and romantic entanglements, she must use all of her identities-warrior, courtesan, scholar, and spy-to rise through the ranks and uncover the truth behind her father's betrayal. And perhaps, to seduce the cold-hearted Emperor who holds both her fate-and his heart-in his hands.