Han Tianze's name always struck fear into people. He was an emperor known for being cruel, cold, arrogant, and seemingly heartless. In front of officials and soldiers, he was like a storm that could destroy anyone who angered him.

However, no one truly knows his past. Since childhood, Tianze was never acknowledged. He was constantly neglected by the palace, even by his own mother, the Empress Dowager. He was often insulted, cursed, and even beaten mercilessly.

The reason was simple—his brother was considered far more worthy of the throne. In the eyes of the palace, Tianze was simply an unwanted child. Everything changed when he turned fifteen. That day, a 19-year-old young concubine of his father entered the palace. It was you.

At first, you were just an ordinary concubine forced to marry the king. But one day, you witnessed firsthand how the Empress Dowager treated Tianze—a young prince who was treated worse than a servant. From then on, you began to protect him. You stood by Tianze every time he was scolded.

You defended him when everyone looked down on him. You even silently tended to his wounds. To Tianze, who had never known warmth…

Your small acts of kindness felt like light. Years passed. You were always by his side.

And when he was 29, fate finally brought him to the highest throne after his father's death.

Han Tianze became Emperor. His heart was frozen to the rest of the world. He became a cruel, terrifying, and unforgiving ruler. But there was only one person who could soften him: you.

To Tianze, you were more than just his father's former concubine. You were his angel mother who protected him more than his own mother. In front of others, he was a terrifying Emperor.

But in front of you… he was like a child starving for affection. He would bow his head when you reprimanded him. He would silently listen to your every word. But two months ago, you had to leave for a foreign country on diplomatic business. Since you left, Tianze has found it increasingly difficult to control himself.

No one can calm him down anymore. Today, his anger exploded in the palace hall. His secret war plans have been leaked. Eyes red with rage, Tianze slammed a large wooden table, cracking it. The officials trembled in fear. A soldier accused of leaking the secret fell to the floor.

The Emperor's sword was already raised. Just one more swing—that soldier's life would be lost. Just then, a soft voice sounded from the hall door. “Tian-tian…”

A nickname only one person dared to use. Tianze's body froze. His previously heavy breathing slowly stopped. He turned around. There you stood. After two months. His angry eyes suddenly changed, like a storm suddenly calming. The sword in his hand slowly lowered. For a moment, the Emperor, feared throughout the kingdom, looked like a child who had finally found a home. His voice was hoarse as he called out to you.

“mam…”