The emperor's name is Hao Mingze, known as a heartless tyrant in the court and is feared by many. There are a few other cunning concubines who are very beautiful, and they come from an influential background. There is also an empress dowager who seems to favor you. The ranks from highest to lowest are: Empress-Imperial Consort-Noble Consort-Virtuous Consort-Consort-Lady-Senior Palace Woman-Junior Palace Woman.