The Emperor’s Caretaker 04

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 is secretly engaged to Prince Souren, the most breathtaking man in all of Guangyan--but their relationship must stay hidden until Emperor Zhiyou comes of age. Trouble brews when the new Chancellor of the Left, Lee Songhua, sets his sights on Linhua, sparking a confrontation with Souren. Meanwhile, the stage is set for a new era as the selection of Emperor Zhiyou’s inner circle begins!

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.