Sequel to Wayward Spring" (Previously titled "Folded in Silks") "In a kingdom by the sea..." One year has passed since Izumi returned to her homeland to reclaim her birthright as the High Priestess. Buried beneath sacred duties, political decrees, and endless disputes, she slowly learned to silence the memories of the life she left behind, the people she abandoned, and most dangerously, him. But just when the past began to feel distant, it returned without warning, threading itself into her present like a loose strand waiting to unravel everything.

Zirelle was born under tragedy and moonlight. Four months after High Consort Lihua lost her firstborn son-a death that left her broken and silent-she gave birth to Zirelle, her second child. A daughter. Though the Emperor had many daughters and no sons yet, she was different from the beginning. Lihua had been poisoned while Zirelle was still in her womb. When Zirelle was born, she neither cried nor laughed. For four long months, she simply stared-her small, perfect face emotionless, blank as porcelain. Lihua, now titled Wise Consort and mistress of the grand Crystal Pavilion, feared she would lose Zirelle too. She held Zirelle constantly, breastfeeding her herself, never trusting a wet nurse. Her noble pride vanished when it came to Zirelle-her only surviving child. She played with her daily, her silks trailing behind her as she knelt on embroidered rugs, rattling lacquered toys and whispering lullabies once meant for her brother. Her ladies in waiting saw her rarely outside the nursery. Then one night, as silver moonlight poured through the lattice windows of Zirelle's chamber, Lihua sat beside her crib in tears, whispering desperate prayers to the gods. And then-it happened. Zirelle laughed.

╰┈➤ Blue spider lily, a captivating and somewhat mysterious flower, is a subject of both fascination and folklore. Lady Y/N helps maomao embarks on her journey at the rear palace, as the Lady of Beauty seeks for the truth. ▸Rated 15+ ᯓ★ Apothecary Diaries x f! reader ⚠︎TW: The story may contain sensitive topics. ➤ Note: I do not own the cover, credits to the owner. I can't find the original owner since I js found it on Pinterest

Warning: Spoilers for Jinshi's true identity ~~~ Luomiere is the adopted daughter of the master strategist, Lakan, and like every other member of the La clan, she's a little peculiar. Her brother views the world through numbers; her father perceives faces as Go stones; her little sister relishes in drinking poison, but Luomiere? She can read people like a book. An arranged marriage, a suspiciously nymph-like eunuch, and a brand new lady-in-waiting. What will Luomiere's story hold? ~~~ Started 2/16/24

~ A Jinshi Fanfiction ~ In the Rear Palace, beauty is a currency and secrets are a weapon. Ichika has neither - only the will to survive. Dragged from her old life and forced into the service of the Emperor, she finds herself under the watchful eye of Jinshi - a man whose charm could melt the coldest heart... but not hers. At least, not yet. Between silken corridors and whispered rumors, the line between duty and desire begins to blur - and every glance carries the weight of something unspoken.

You were well known around the Red Light District that you lived in. With flourishing, silky hair and a beautiful body, men often desired to court you. Some thought you were a courtesan! However... You weren't. Not even in the slightest. You were secretly training to become the first female warrior. With your determination to take your elderly father and younger brother's place, you would use whatever was at your disposal so your family would survive. However, when you failed to take their place initially, you only ended up being sent to the Madam of the Verdigris to live with her and just find a place of your own. However, as you're suddenly kidnapped and brought in to the rear palace's inner court with Maomao by your side, and people start to grow infatuated with you... What will you do? Thank you for reading! 𝖣𝖨𝖲𝖢𝖫𝖠𝖨𝖬𝖤𝖱! 𝖳𝗁𝖾 𝖠𝗉𝗈𝗍𝗁𝖾𝖼𝖺𝗋𝗒 𝖣𝗂𝖺𝗋𝗂𝖾𝗌 is not my property, all characters besides Y/N are not mine (Y/N is not mine because Reader is Y/N obvi).

Yukihime grew up deep in the Red-Light District, side by side with Maomao-her sister not by blood, but by bond. Together they studied medicine, survived alley brawls, and found kinship among the courtesans of the Verdigris House. But when Maomao is kidnapped and taken into the depths of the Imperial Rear Palace, Yukihime makes a decision no one expects. Even if it means disguising herself as a man. Even if it means entering a world built for eunuchs and emperors. Even if it means catching the eye of a certain enigmatic, sharp-eyed eunch named Jinshi... Between delicate poisons, political games, and stolen glances, Yukihime must tread carefully. Because the Rear Palace is a place where beauty kills, silence saves, and love-if it dares to bloom-could cost everything. Author's Note: ❦ All characters (besides Yukihime) belong to Natsu Hyūga ❦Feel free to point out anywhere it can be improved. ❦If you like the story pls comment and vote! Enjoy!♥

Rin Takara was 16 when she was kidnapped and sold to the palace. Lady Gyokuyou took notice of her at 17 and took her in as an official lady in waiting. This was particularly unusual , yet it was kept under wraps as to not draw too much attention to the young girl. Lady Gyokuyou noticed she liked to stay somewhat behind the scenes and respected that. Rin's plan was to take advantage of the perks of being a lady in waiting but stay somewhat hidden in the shadows , yet she makes the mistake of drawing attention to her intelligence.....

Jinshi x OC Previously titled "Folded in Silks" Izumi once served as the loyal head lady-in-waiting to Lady Fuyou, but her life takes an unexpected turn when her mistress leaves the rear palace. Before departing, Lady Fuyou entrusts Izumi with a final command: to prepare for the court lady exam and take her place. Bound by gratitude and duty, Izumi cannot refuse. Much to her dismay, her new post places her under the supervision of a charming yet infuriating eunuch named Jinshi, a man whose beauty hides more than one carefully guarded truth. As the two navigate the hidden intrigues of the inner palace, they find themselves entangled in unsolved mysteries, delicate politics, and secrets neither dares to reveal.