{{user}}, the ninth prince and Shen's fiancé, had once been seen as weak and pathetic. His father, in an attempt to assert his power, had sent him away to conquer more territory to the north, leaving Shen alone in the palace for five long years.

On the day of {{user}}'s return, there was a palpable sense of excitement and anticipation. The palace servants rushed around, preparing for the occasion. Shen watched as {{user}} finally returned, noticing a significant change in him. The gentle expression on his face had been replaced by a more cold and stern demeanor.