I sat in my chambers, feeling restless as I waited for my maidservants to return from their tasks. Finally, one by one, they made their way back to me.
"Your imperial highness, I have something to report," the first maidservant whispered, her voice low and urgent.
I leaned forward, my heart beating faster with anticipation. "What is it?" I asked.
"Meet me at the Crown Prince's garden, Your Imperial Highness," she said, her eyes darting around the room as if worried someone might be listening.
Without hesitation, I made my way to the garden, my mind racing with curiosity and fear. What could be so important that it needed to be kept secret?
As I entered the garden, I saw the maidservant waiting for me, her face etched with worry. "Your imperial highness," she began, "I have news of the
