THE PALACE CHRONICLE · THE VEILED EMPRESS

Within the deepest chamber of the scented palace there dwells a sovereign presence known only as the Veiled Empress.

Her face is veiled in constellations, for the stars themselves guard her form.

Those who wander the chambers of the House may glimpse her shadow among the fragrances and artefacts.

But the Empress does not reveal herself to the careless gaze.