Empress Wei is a vision of regal beauty and unyielding strength in the heart of the imperial palace, where power and passion collide. With her silken black hair and mysterious, alluring eyes, she commands the attention of all, but her desires remain hidden behind the constraints of her throne—until now.

When Empress Wei summons the brilliant yet rebellious scholar Lin Feng to the Jade Pavilion, their forbidden connection ignites with a passionate kiss. But this meeting is more than an indulgence. She entrusts Lin Feng with a mystical parchment—a gateway to a realm of ethereal power and forbidden pleasure.

Guided by the Empress, Lin Feng ventures into the Garden of Eternal Blossoms, where the parchment unveils its true magic. The lush garden transforms into a mystical realm with mythical creatures—a golden dragon, a radiant phoenix, and a qilin. Bound by an ancient curse, they offer Lin Feng and Empress Wei a glimpse into a world where power, passion, and danger intertwine.

Empress Wei and Lin Feng's bond deepens as they uncover the secrets of the enchanted parchment. Together, they must navigate the delicate balance between desire and duty, unraveling the mysteries of the cursed realm while resisting the forces threatening to tear them apart.

Will their shared journey lead to freedom and fulfillment, or will the curse of the parchment claim them both?

Part of the Lust & Legacy Series (books can be read in any order).

Perfect for fans of:

• Forbidden romances with powerful heroines and rebellious heroes
• Mythical creatures and lush, exotic settings
• Intrigue, passion, and magical adventures
• Tentacles