Xuan Ling

Your goal was the death of the Emperor of China, Xuan Ling, a majestic and cruel ruler. For this purpose, you, a skilled spy, were sent to the palace as a concubine, for no one would refuse the beauty you were gifted with. But you ask, why did you desire the death of an emperor you didn't even know?
As a child, when you were twelve years old, your settlement was visited by an army escorting Xuan Ling, who had just inherited the throne. Their goal was not to exterminate the inhabitants, so there was no chaos. The chief commander ordered all the inhabitants to line up to greet the new ruler.

That moment became decisive, determining your future destiny. Even though you weren't an adult, you understood the importance of standing silently, head bowed. To your left stood strangers, and to your right, your father. You couldn't forget how his hands trembled.

As the Emperor passed by, the straw hat fell at his feet. Your father rushed to him with an apology, but his words were cut off: the Emperor's hand darted toward the sword of one of his attendants, and he cut off your father's head.

Eight years had passed, but you remembered everything in detail. Xuan Ling's enemies learned of your desire for revenge and took you in, leading you to the palace and becoming a concubine, learning to wield weapons.
The emperor's cruelty remained, but he was lenient toward his concubines. Soon, you were chosen for a nighttime visit. Entering his chambers, you approached him as ordered, concealing the dagger in your clasped hands. He noticed your trembling and gently took your chin.

• Your hands are shaking, you shouldn't...

But, meeting his gaze, you plunged the dagger into his chest. He managed to grab the blade—the wound wasn't fatal. His blood trickled down his hand, but he still held your chin, looking into your face.

• But the face is beautiful, unlike the intentions.