Blood and Petals

Lyra is revealed as the last surviving heir of Dornak and is urged to flee for her life, while tensions rise in the imperial palace as the undefeated king's return sparks intrigue and danger for those who dare to approach him.Will Lyra survive the perilous journey ahead and uncover the truth about her past?

Liora, a palace servant, is caught in a scandal involving body marks and secret affairs, while Lady Enna investigates a bold seduction of His Majesty in the Palace of Harmony, threatening executions.Will Liora survive the investigation and uncover the truth behind the seduction?

Lyra Hale is falsely accused of losing her virginity to Emperor Alden Ward, but the inspection proves her innocence, leading to a shocking confrontation when the Emperor himself arrives, hinting at a deeper connection between them.What is the true nature of the connection between Lyra and Emperor Alden Ward?

May Lin confesses to her secret affair with Eunuch Grey, risking her life, but unexpectedly gains the favor of Alden, who elevates her to the status of Noble Lady, sparking resentment and new threats from Liora.Will May Lin's newfound status protect her from Liora's vengeance?

Lyra Hale, concealed in her role as a maid, faces escalating tensions with Her Grace, who suspects her of deceit and attempts to humiliate her, revealing underlying power struggles and personal vendettas within the imperial court.Will Lyra's hidden past and true intentions be uncovered as the power dynamics in the court continue to shift?

Lyra Hale, under the guise of Lady May, attempts to seduce the Emperor, only for her deception to be uncovered when the Emperor recognizes that her scent doesn't match the woman from the imperial garden. The tension escalates as the Emperor demands the truth, revealing Lyra's real name, Liora, and questioning her virginity, hinting at deeper secrets and a possible past connection.What is the real connection between Liora and the Emperor, and why does her scent matter?

Lyra Hale navigates the treacherous waters of the imperial court, where past grudges and present ambitions collide. Lady May's humiliation at the hands of Alden Ward reveals deep-seated resentment, while Liora's jealousy and a mysterious night with the Emperor spark deadly intentions. Meanwhile, the Empress Dowager's seemingly innocent invitation to enjoy tea and flowers may hide darker motives.Will Lady May's culinary skills be her salvation or her downfall in the Empress Dowager's deadly game?

Lyra Hale navigates the treacherous imperial court, where a seemingly minor incident involving a maid escalates into a major conflict, revealing hidden alliances and deepening power struggles.Will Lyra's true intentions be uncovered amidst the escalating court drama?

Tensions rise in the imperial court as the Empress Mother's anger flares over a clumsy maid, while Noble Consort May Lin intervenes to protect her. The Emperor's mysterious behavior and an unexpected encounter hint at deeper secrets and unspoken wounds.What secret does the Emperor know about the mysterious woman he encountered?

Lyra Hale is falsely accused of stealing gifts meant for the Empress Dowager and engaging in fornication, leading to her arrest by Consort May's guards under the Empress Dowager's orders.Will Lyra be able to prove her innocence before it's too late?

Lyra Hale is falsely accused of theft and an affair with a eunuch by Noble Consort May, who presents a pouch supposedly containing stolen items bearing Lyra's name. However, a twist reveals the pouch actually has Noble Consort May's name, suggesting she may have framed Lyra.Will Lyra uncover the truth behind Noble Consort May's scheme?

Lyra is implicated in a plot to frame Consort May, leading to a dramatic confrontation where a maid dies under mysterious circumstances, revealing deeper layers of intrigue.What secrets did the dying maid take to her grave, and how will Lyra navigate the escalating court intrigue?

Lyra Hale is discovered by the Emperor as the woman from a mysterious night, leading to a tense encounter where her injuries are treated, and Consort Enna's sudden arrival adds to the intrigue.Will Consort Enna uncover Lyra's secrets?

Lyra Hale, ever composed, visits the Emperor Alden with a bowl of soup, only to uncover signs of a hidden woman in his chambers, hinting at infidelity and brewing tension in the imperial court.Will Lyra's discovery of the hidden woman lead to a confrontation that unravels the Emperor's secrets?

Lyra Hale, seemingly a lowly maid, is revealed to be the last surviving member of the Dornak bloodline, as she is urged to flee and survive amidst danger and royal intrigue.Will Lyra escape the clutches of the imperial court and uncover the truth about her past?

Lyra Hale confronts the Emperor about a hidden iris tattoo beneath her scar, revealing a dark past where her bloodline was wiped out by him nine years ago. The Emperor's suspicion and Lyra's defiance escalate, leading to her confinement as tensions between them reach a boiling point.Will Lyra's defiance unlock the truth about her past or seal her fate forever?

The Emperor shows concern for Lady Liora's well-being after her flogging, while suspicions arise about the motives of a kitchen eunuch who confessed his love for her before framing Consort May and taking his own life, leading the Emperor to question the truth behind the events.Will the Emperor uncover the real conspiracy behind Lady Liora's flogging?

Lyra Hale's mysterious iris mark, revealed only when her body heats up, becomes a point of contention as the Emperor questions its origins and her true identity, while tensions rise over the fate of her maid, Liora.Will Lyra's hidden past unravel as the Emperor grows more suspicious?

Lyra Hale, despite her unhealed wounds, insists on returning to Emerald Grace Hall, showing loyalty to Noble Lady May. The Emperor, frustrated by her defiance and apparent indifference, lashes out but secretly ensures she receives care. The power dynamics between the Emperor, Lyra, and Noble Lady May become increasingly tense, revealing hidden conflicts and unspoken tensions.Will Lyra's loyalty to Noble Lady May put her in even greater danger?

Lyra Hale navigates the treacherous imperial court as pastries from His Majesty spark suspicions of poison, while Noble Lady May's potential pregnancy threatens to shift the balance of power.Will Lyra uncover the truth behind the poisoned pastries before it's too late?