Before the blossoms falls
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Last published Wed, May 21, 2025
In an empire built on power, duty, and blood, love is a luxury few can afford-especially the Emperor.
For three years, Emperor Kaelun has ruled with an iron hand, feared by nobles and enemies alike. But behind palace walls, there is one soul who holds the key to his heart: Empress Lian, his first love, his only softness. She is everything the world is not-gentle, patient, and fiercely loyal. Unbeknownst to him, she carries a secret that could change the fate of the dynasty: she is eight weeks pregnant with triplets.
But peace in the palace is short-lived. Pressured by the court and tradition, Kaelun must take his first concubine-Princess Linxi of Shanghai, a woman famed for her beauty and chosen to strengthen the empire's alliances. Though the Empress understands her role in the dynasty, and Kaelun treats the new consort with respect, the quiet ache of betrayal and uncertainty begins to ripple through the palace.
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