“Miss, here are the papers that need your signature for the finalization of the Spring Collection that will be featured in our fashion show.” My assistant came into my office and handed me a stack of papers. My name is Nagatsuka Akina, I’m the Founder and CEO of Hanazu Couture. Although my company hasn’t been around for as long as the other famous brands out there, we’ve become a household name in the fashion industry. I’ve worked tirelessly for the last 15 years to make this company what it is today.
“Miss, I’ve received a call from...your father.” My assistant reluctantly told me. I had instructed her before that any business with regards to my family, I will not accept. I’ve told her that if anyone called saying they were my immediate family, disregard what they say and blacklist their number so they won’t be able to call again. She
I walked towards the shadow guard who called for me. When I was finally in front of him, he slowly lowered his mask, revealing his face. This was considered taboo for a shadow guard. No one, not even their master should see their faces. That was the only secret they were allowed to keep from their masters. I was surprised when he pulled down his mask."What are you doing?" I asked him frantically. I didn't want him to get into trouble. He shook his head and sat down on the windowsill. He was calm and it didn't seem like he was going to cause trouble. I relaxed my shoulders a bit and I took a step back from him."Why did you do that?" I asked. He was looking down on the floor when I asked that question. He turned his head towards me and shrugged."All this time, I believed that the master that I was serving was a good person. I knew of his story yet I couldn't understand the decision he made." He answered. I wasn't able to recall any memories fr
“Miss, here are the papers that need your signature for the finalization of the Spring Collection that will be featured in our fashion show.” My assistant came into my office and handed me a stack of papers. My name is Nagatsuka Akina, I’m the Founder and CEO of Hanazu Couture. Although my company hasn’t been around for as long as the other famous brands out there, we’ve become a household name in the fashion industry. I’ve worked tirelessly for the last 15 years to make this company what it is today.“Miss, I’ve received a call from...your father.” My assistant reluctantly told me. I had instructed her before that any business with regards to my family, I will not accept. I’ve told her that if anyone called saying they were my immediate family, disregard what they say and blacklist their number so they won’t be able to call again. She
The New EmpressWhen a freak accident causes a top-level assassin to die, her soul finds its way into a neglected Empress who had mysteriously died. Living her new life as the Empress, she needs to find out how the old Empress died and who was to blame. Secrets pop up as she investigates and later she finds out that it wasn't just a simple death. Romance blooms between the Emperor and the Empress, causing the Empress to choose between finding justice or reconciling with the Emperor. Between trust issues, betrayal and living her new life, the new Empress has her work cut out for her. Will she be able to bring justice to the old Empress?
“Where am I?” I opened my eyes to an unfamiliar room. I sat up but was greeted with a sharp pain on my temples.“Your majesty, you’re awake.” I opened my eyes and saw a young girl wearing a bright blue kimono.
I opened the doors to the Cold Palace. Ah, this place sure lives up to its name. But I believe I can live here peacefully.
Yukio was back in his room. I have to know what happened. The whole room was heavily guarded but I was able to sneak behind the room and listened to the conversation.“It appears he’s been poisoned your majesty. He must’ve eaten some peanuts.”
“Empress Yukina… Come with us… Come Empress…”I saw a figure holding my hand but I can’t seem to make out their face. I wanted to ask who they were but I couldn’t speak.
After we had lunch, we headed back to the Emperor’s palace. The carriage ride was silent. Yukio fell asleep in my arms.I wanted to talk to him but I feel like we have nothing to talk about. I want to ask him about my accident but I feel like he’s going to be s