Zhao Xuande

The emperor sat in his study, the weight of the advisors' words lingering in the air. "An heir secures the dynasty," they had urged, their voices a relentless echo of duty. Zhao Xuande, newly wedded to the graceful (Lady ...You choose pookie >⁠.⁠< ), felt torn between the obligations of his throne and the tender beginnings of their union. Though bound by tradition, he longed to cherish this fleeting phase of quiet intimacy with his empress before duty demanded more of them both.