Imperialchina Stories

A concubine who only dreams of power and an emperor who loves her. The cover picture was from this website: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256806286132395.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt (This doesn't include the Chinese writing).

𝑴𝑰𝑫𝑺𝑼𝑴𝑴𝑬𝑹 𝑩𝑬𝑮𝑶𝑵𝑰𝑨𝑺. 𝑐ℎ𝑒𝑛𝑔 𝑓𝑒𝑛𝑔𝑡𝑎𝑖 𝑥 𝑠ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔 𝑥𝑖𝑟𝑢𝑖 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗵, 𝑎 𝑙𝑜𝑣𝑒 𝑎𝑓𝑓𝑎𝑖𝑟 𝑞𝑢𝑖𝑐𝑘𝑙𝑦 𝑠𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑘𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑒𝑡𝑤𝑒𝑒𝑛 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑒𝑚𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑛𝑑 ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝒏𝒐𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒓. (𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘢𝘶) fandom: winter begonia published: 19/05/2025 status: completed proofreading: nonexistent pls note: proofread version of this story is available on ao3 - @lvstfulfaerie © LVSTFULFAERIE

A book with all the short stories I've written in one spot, instead of having to go through my page. Cover art by teamiint (except for title and embellishments) :D

The Ming Dynasty has been shattered. But the pieces must be picked up. Little Peony has been cut on the shards of her broken country. Her family has been ripped in twain, and she is far from the only home she ever knew. She lives in the nest of snakes called the imperial court. In a time when women were considered inferior to men, and society deemed obedience the most important virtue, Little Peony struggles on a journey of self discovery and must choose between love and a chance to make the Ming dynasty what it truly was meant to be: bright. First place Winner of the Heavenly Awards Historical Fiction Category and Hidden Gem Award, the Mist Award Historical Fiction Category, and the Gem Awards Historical Fiction Category, and the Tomato Awards.

A gruesome killing at a Shanghai museum marks the beginning of a series of events that no one could have predicted. Tasked with solving the crime, Zhao Yunlan, the young but capable leader of the city's Special Crimes Division, immediately notices a connection to Imperial China, and seeks out an expert to assist with the case. Shen Wei, the youngest ever head of Shanghai Metropolitan University's Department of Ancient History, finds his quiet, uneventful life suddenly turned on its head by the presence of the charming, charismatic police chief. Despite their drastically different personalities, the unlikely pair must quickly find a way to work together, as bodies escalate and stakes rise. But things take a sudden turn when Shen Wei's world is invaded by an unexpected danger emerging from the shadows, threatening the burgeoning relationship between the two men, and even the investigation itself. This story is a fanfiction based on characters in the Chinese drama, Guardian, and the Priest novel of the same name. The plot is my own. I have tried to be accurate with all historical references and with the geography of modern day Shanghai, but I apologise in advance for any inadvertent errors.

The palace was a place of her dreams, but not because of the Emperor and promises of power. But her dream of becoming a songwriter that she nurtured from young, her father used it to teach her music. But as she is accepted, she becomes deeply embroiled in the turmoils of the inner court and the imperial court. Even if she wasn't a concubine or a part of the inner palace, but she finds herself deep in them. From the moment of her entry, she was meant to make a choice between who to support. Even if she herself does not want it. All of it was too much for her to bear, and she needs to come to a decision. Continue staying here and pursuing her dreams in this court of danger, or choose to leave and give up all hope of seeing it complete. Highest rank: #90 of historical fiction Note: this is set during the tang dynasty and I have no intention of basing it on any actual history. Also, this is a original work, not a translation of any work.

As the Seventh Prince, Xuanyuan Lang survived growing up in the imperial harem by keeping his head low. But when he meets Hua Yuheng, the free-spirited son of a border general, both their lives are thrown wildly off-course. In time, Xuanyuan Lang must face his family, his duty, and the judgement of his people... all for his devotion to one man. "You clipped your wings and hid your claws to stay by my side. In return, I shall become the Emperor you mold me to be... as long as you are here with me."

❝ Like birds in the sky, With no care in this world. I want to fly, Away from this world.. ❞ DISCLAIMER: * Cover Illustration Copyright © by Amelia K * Some names and identifying details have been changed to protect the privacy of individuals. * This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

"统一的金龙会对你微笑，皇帝的大女儿英月" Rough translation: "The Golden Dragon of Unity will smile at you, the eldest daughter of Emperor Ying Yue". Crown Princess (y/n) Fushun Tang was supposed to succeed her father to the imperial throne of Shigami in the year X818 However, her allies have turned against her and she doesn't have the support of all her people. Why? It's simple: she's a girl and has never stepped outside the palace. Yet she is the only one of her five sisters that inherited the Tang dynasty power of communicating with dragons. The princess was then made aware that their neighbors of Ishiro would attack if she rejected the wedding invitation of the cruel cold-blooded emperor there. Now she's trapped and must find her way out from her misfortune of inheriting an empire raged with secrets, tragedy, and betrayal all within a crown of thorns. Except...two dragons were born in the same year. One destined to be the hero...and the other the villain. Chapters range from 1.5-3k words.

In the heart of the Qinhua Empire, where tradition binds and ambition reigns, Lin Meili, the defiant daughter of a revered general, finds herself thrust into the opulent yet treacherous world of the Forbidden City. Summoned to the imperial court for the selection of consorts for the enigmatic Prince Zhao Yuan, Meili harbors a secret desire for freedom that clashes with the expectations of her family and the empire. As she navigates a web of palace intrigues, rivalries, and whispered conspiracies, Meili must wield her wit and beauty as weapons to carve her own destiny. Set against a backdrop of moonlit gardens, blooming peach blossoms, and ancient palaces, *Silk and Shadows* weaves a tale of courage, forbidden allure, and the struggle for power. When an unexpected connection with the brooding prince ignites, Meili faces a choice: embrace her role in the imperial game or risk everything to rewrite her fate. Rich with historical detail and layered with mystery, this original story promises a journey of love, betrayal, and self-discovery in a world where every shadow hides a secret.

In the capital of Luoyang, the daughters of Grand Chancellor Shangguan An each await their own glorious destinies. And by their side is their cousin, Fei Minxi, who observes the machinations of the nobles of the Dan Dynasty and the different fates of the three Shangguan daughters. - IT IS A plot that brings Fei Minxi to the imperial capital of Luoyang, into the arms of her proud and magnificent cousins. The Shangguan sisters are the staple of Luoyang's high society, the daughters of the dynasty's Grand Chancellor. No one shines as brightly as they. And by standing with them, Minxi is thrust into a world she is not prepared for, that she was never taught to be a part of. The sisters are all fascinating in their own rights. The eldest is Shangguan Yunhua, promised to be the future Empress since birth. The second, Shangguan Yunjun, a girl not of the courts but of the battlefield, the first female general of the dynasty. And the youngest, Shangguan Yunxuan, the picture of a perfect lady, the envy of all despite being the daughter of a concubine. And so Minxi watches. As she watches the battle of the heirs, watches Yunhua become the wife of the heir and then their Empress. Watches the Shangguan family claw their way to the top, as it all splinters apart. This is a story of glory, and how one family attempts to leave their name in the long river of history.

A scholar. A general. A prisoner. And ultimately, an Empress (reluctantly). It's a strange story, and everything is Murong Jun's fault. Inspired by the BL novel 'A War Prisoner' All images are results from random Google Search. Will be taken down if requested. If you read this, and enjoyed it, please vote. Thank you.