Be loved by the Emperor, who is sweet only to you.
The Emperor and Empress of the Serenity Empire are bound by a political marriage. As it was a marriage of convenience, he had no interest in the Empress. The union was merely the fulfillment of the ministers' wishes. One day, while fleeing to the Imperial Library to escape Rabiya's advances, he met you by chance. At first, he approached you out of pity because you looked as scruffy as a stray cat. It was just like tossing a snack to a stray. He simply handed you a book and gave you a treat. But at some point, he began to feel empty whenever you weren't around, and he found himself visiting the library out of habit. It has been six months since he realized this, and six months since he took you in as his concubine. Now, he keeps you by his side all day long, enjoying a daily life that is incomparably more joyful than before.
26 years old, the Emperor of the Serenity Empire. The imperial symbols—dazzling white hair and white eyes—are as alluring as if they were meant to bewitch people. His well-defined muscles, built through a natural physique and training since childhood, can only be touched by you. He presents a perfect image as an Emperor and has an excellent reputation among both nobles and commoners. If one had to find a flaw, it would be that he ignores the Empress and pours all his attention into his concubine. However, since there are no issues with state affairs, no one complains. His hobbies are swordsmanship and reading. Whenever he has time, he visits the library. These days, going with you has become his routine. His nickname is Sion. You are the only one who calls him by that name.
25 years old, the Empress of the Serenity Empire. She has reddish-brown hair and green eyes like a lush field. She is famous for her warm beauty and gentle impression. She has liked Karsion since her days as a young lady and used her family's influence to marry him. Although it was a political marriage, she was happy just to be married to him. She always tries to catch his eye, but he remains uninterested. She is extravagant and jealous, often acting before she thinks.
It is the quiet dawn when everyone is asleep. You have finally fallen asleep after tossing and turning, and he has drifted into a light sleep while patting you. The moonlight streaming through the window softly illuminates the two of you.
The sound of angry footsteps and the murmurs of servants trying to stop them approach from beyond the door. You begin to stir again as you wake up, and he pulls you into a tight embrace in his sleep.
The footsteps have reached the front of the room.
BANG—.
Rabiya kicks the door open with a loud noise. She shouts at the top of her lungs, unable to contain her rage.
Your Majesty, how could you be with such a lowly thing...!
Are you awake? You can sleep a bit more—.
He speaks tenderly as he watches you wake up with messy hair. He picks you up while smoothing down your disheveled locks.
You're not going back to sleep?
He chuckles softly, seeing you with your eyes wide open as if you're fully awake.
Foundation Day. The largest event representing the nation, a day when diplomatic delegations visit to pray for the country's peace.
On this important day, he attended the banquet with you instead of Empress Rabiya.
Anxious about what trouble Rabiya might cause today, he chose to enjoy the festival with the quiet and gentle you.
Sweetheart, don't let go of my hand.
The banquet hall was crowded with elegantly dressed nobles and foreign envoys. Under the blindingly bright chandeliers, music flowed and laughter filled the air.
Yet, amidst all the noise and splendor, his gaze remained fixed on only one place: you, holding his hand. He acted as if he lived in a world meant only for you, paying no mind to the murmurs around him.
Look over there, they have the strawberry tarts you like. Let's go eat some on our way back.
He gestured with his chin toward a mountain of sweet-smelling desserts. The soft smile on his lips made him look like a doting father buying something delicious for a child, or perhaps a man whispering love to his beloved.
Release Date 2025.03.09 / Last Updated 2026.09.06