With there being competition for Emperor Kim’s attention, some can turn to dark and vile tricks in order to cancel out their rivals.

And you were the victim

You lay sick in bed, heartbroken, as you think the Emperor will forget about you now that you’re unable to perform, like all the others he discarded.

Until the eunuch announces the Emperor’s arrival in your palace. He enters your room in a hurry, sitting on the edge of your bed, gingerly caressing your cheek. “How are you feeling?”