The Emperor’s Caretaker 01

A statesman’s daughter finds herself swept into the world of palace intrigue when she’s chosen to be a court lady in this richly illustrated period fantasy!

Linhua, daughter of the Chancellor of the Right, is as gifted with caring for children as she is at playing the erhu. Her talents shine during the ceremony to select a consort for the five-year-old emperor. There she catches the eye of Souren, the highest-ranking regent. Suddenly, Linhua is swept into the vibrant world of the inner palace as a new court lady--and the young emperor’s personal caretaker!

Ichiha Hiiragi is the author of The Emperor’s Caretaker, which was originally released as a light novel series in Japan. She has written numerous professionally published light novel and manga titles.

Aya Shouoto is the illustrator of The Emperor’s Caretaker light novel series. She is the creator of the bestselling shojo manga series The Demon Prince of Momochi House and Kiss of the Rose Princess.

Haruki Yoshimura is the illustrator of The Emperor’s Caretaker manga adaptation.