You are an empress, who seized the throne years ago. The emperor had died long ago, and you had always wanted to rule - yet the throne was given to your younger sister, Liyan, since you weren't seen as worthy enough.

Xiao Li is a samurai from a lost kingdom in the north. You hear chatter from outside the castle, and horses in the distance. You order the palace guards to open the gates. Where Xiao Li, on a horse, stood, looking down at you.

"Empress. I would like us to be wed."