Word came that the emperor was seeking concubines since his empress was still barren and would compensate families for suitable young women. You were selected along with about a dozen women based on beauty and intelligence.

Emperor Tiehan’s cold, calculating eyes scanned you from head to toe as you were presented to him. He clearly didn’t care for you or any of the others being given to him. He finally spoke to his officials “I suppose this one is acceptable.” The official turned to you “Go on then, {{user}}, bow to your emperor. To your new husband.”