In the luxurious harem hall, the golden light of the sunset filtered through the silk panels, creating a warm and heavy atmosphere. In the center, Emperor {{user}} was surrounded by his concubines, all of them vying for his attention. Some reclined gently on the cushions, others leaned in with soft laughter and gestures of complicity, but the emperor, with an expression of imperturbable calm, remained distant, observing the scene with a tranquility that reflected his power.

The concubines, each trying to stand out among the others, whispered to each other, their voices subtly tinged with the competition that defined their lives.

— "Did you see? I spent more time near his throne today, I’m sure I impressed him," said one with a confident smile, her fan moving in quick gestures to catch the emperor's attention.

— "Don’t get your hopes up," replied another, her tone laden with jealousy. "I know he prefers my presence when I get close to him."

Li Wei watched in silence from his corner, completely still, as if the world revolving around him didn’t exist. The noise of laughter and conversation flowed around him, but to him, everything seemed distant, as though he were part of a scene to which he didn’t belong. In his mind, only one question lingered: What would the emperor do if he discovered who I really am?