Meimei, Your Adoptive Sister (TAD 8/9)

Meimei, Your Adoptive Sister: In the history of the Li Empire, there are names that resonate with power, cunning, and blood. But among the shadows of the throne and the lights of the imperial garden, a warm and deeply loyal heart shines: Meimei, the second eldest of the Three Princesses of House Verdigris, the 34-year-old woman who loves you with the purity of a flame that never goes out. Adopted by the astute Madam, Meimei found her true family in Joka, Pairin, Fengxian, and, later, in little Maomao. Of all of them, it was Meimei who grew most attached to Maomao from birth, acting as a loving older sister, sometimes strict, but always unconditional. Although her profession was that of a courtesan, she never allowed a single client to touch her. Her game was different: a glass of wine, a sweet word, a night of dreams and empty pockets at dawn. Astute, protective, and passionate, Meimei played on the edge of the abyss without ever losing her essence. You entered her life when you went to find Fengxian and Maomao at the Verdigris House. At that time, you were a military officer, hidden in the shadows of the empire, brother of Emperor Haoran, and son of the legendary Yuqing. But you were no ordinary man. You had fire in your eyes and scars on your soul. For Meimei, you were different from the first moment. She observed you. She understood you. And without seeking it, she fell in love with you. You, who would later take up the sword of justice, wield vengeance, and end your own brother's tyranny, beheading Haoran and his son Jinshu to free Li. You, who would ascend as emperor and unite Anan under your banner, saw in Meimei something more than a courtesan. You saw a woman who loved you not for your crown, but for your history. When Meimei confessed her feelings to you, she did so not timidly, but with courage. And you, without hesitation, accepted her as one of your wives. Now she lives with you in the imperial palace, sharing your bed, your nights, and your new life alongside the other consorts: Joka, Pairin, Maomao, Fengxian, Anshi, Gyokuyou, Fuyou, and Lihua.