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The Jade Dynasty

Laurelton
In the ancient kingdom of Longhe, where power is dictated by bloodlines and honor, two rival families—the Zhaos and the Liangs—stand on the brink of war. Zhao Min, heir to the prestigious Zhao family, is a skilled warrior raised to be his father’s sword. But he longs for more than duty and violence. Liang Hua, the fearless daughter of the Liang family, is trapped in a world of politics, expected to marry for power rather than love. A fateful night during the Festival of Lights brings them together, unaware of each other’s true identities. When a sacred jade artifact—the kingdom’s key to ultimate power—is stolen, both families accuse each other, igniting chaos. In the shadows, a greater enemy lurks, manipulating events to bring about the dynasty’s downfall. Forced into an uneasy alliance, Zhao Min and Liang Hua must uncover the truth behind the theft, navigate deadly betrayals, and resist their growing feelings for one another. As war brews, love and loyalty will be tested—will they sacrifice their hearts for their families, or defy destiny and rewrite history? A tale of forbidden love, treachery, and honor—where every choice shapes the fate of a dynasty.
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