Historical Fiction
The Scrolls of the Forgotten Emperor
A Tale of Loyalty, Deception, and Secrets Behind the Walls of the Forbidden City
The year was 1663, and the misty dawn broke over the Great Wall of China, casting a mystical veil over the lush, emerald-green mountains and ancient forests. In the heart of the Forbidden City, a legacy of secrets lay hidden, waiting to be unearthed. Within the sacred precincts of the palace, an enigmatic emperor, Xuanye, ruled with wisdom and wit. His reign, however, was soon to be rocked by whispers of intrigue and betrayal.In a humble, yellow-tiled courtyard, nestled between the gleaming eaves of the Summer Palace, a young scholar, Lin Tien, pondered the ancient texts laid out before him.
By: Dickens & Co
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Submitted: 20/06/2024
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615 Words