The Deer's Cry

Huo Jin has it all—adopted son of the emperor, heir to a legendary bloodline, backed by the most powerful family in the realm. With his aunt Pure Consort commanding the emperor's heart and his grandfather's influence spanning half the court, claiming Youyou as his bride should be effortless. But there's one secret he must keep buried: the blood feud between their fathers. In a world where nine out of ten plans crumble, can love survive when built on hidden vengeance? A sweeping historical romance where palace intrigue, family loyalty, and forbidden passion collide.