Tag: feudal China
Why is it difficult for a talented Prime Minister to become a noble horse...
Unlike in movies, in reality, it is very difficult for someone no matter how talented they are to become a knight-errant. Why is that?
The weirdest coronation of a Chinese prince: Forced to live with a beauty for...
During the Song Dynasty, a clever emperor came up with a plan to test the two princes' abilities. He decided to send a beautiful woman to seduce them and see which prince could resist the temptation. The prince who could pass this challenge would be crowned as the Crown Prince.
The Tragic Fate of a Palace Maid After Leaving the Court: Struggling to Find...
The majority of elderly women, after retiring, often have to live alone for the rest of their lives, experiencing loneliness, illness, and lack of care.
Servants of the past: A day in the life of courtly women tending to...
In reality, ancient concubines were not just mud-dwelling peasants, but they also had a dark side. During the day, they served the emperor, but at night, they catered to the royal eunuchs.
