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Summary: A series of drabbles revolving around one woman, her ambition and her journey through the shadowy annals of politics, power and deceit which finally ensured her son, Hotohori the throne of the Emperor and her, the title of the Dowager Empress of Konon.
Empress
I always thought that she was like a beautiful butterfly, the very colors of the rainbow painted on her ethereal wings, unmatched in grace, unparalleled in her wanton arrogance. I understand why she is a jewel amongst women, why she is the finest flower in this garden.
I understand why she is the Emperor's love, his favorite.
I understand why she is Queen.
For a long time I thought that I was like her, only a lot less beautiful. Then, I realized that this glittering cosmos of fragile, fluttering wings, I am a Spider.
I would never be as beautiful as her, or have her charm and vivacity. I would never have the Emperor's love or be his favorite.
But I am watchful and web I weave is fine and invisible. It will take a while to spin my net around the garden but that does not matter.
After all, I am patient, very patient.
It doesn't matter that the Butterfly is loved and admired by all.
It doesn't matter if I am overlooked. It is better this way.
Sooner or later Spring shall depart from this fragrant boudoir. Sooner or later the Butterfly shall be caught in my web…
She is and always will be, a Queen.
And I … I am and always will be, Empress.
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