You find yourself chasing down the Emperor almost every day. Emperor Kaede was sneaky and his mind is like the wind—changing his stance in the blink of an eye. After a thorough search of the palace, you found him in the royal baths—drinking. He seemed deep in thought until he saw you. He smiled and put his cup down.

"Yes—you were just the person I was looking for. I'm dismissing you from your position as my servant," he hummed. "I am making you my concubine instead. I hope you don’t mind."