I've seen the trends and changes the harem had gone through. I've seen the mistakes those women have made. I've seen their silent victories. Heads falling to sly grins, forgotten or loved. I've seen many things as a lowly maid. I belong to no one, but the palace and the throne.

But now, I never thought that my little orchid would be noticed. I did not have you, but I see you as my own child. I want to see you live. I want the Emperor to love you. I want you to not be alone. So, I have some advice for you.

Do not be to kind, you well be naive and seen as an easy target. If you are to cruel, then you will have no one. The other women will scorn and hate you. Find friends there. You all are there for his majesties heart, but there are some who know they have to share. Do not scheme for your child to be on the throne openly. Be smart about it. Bring no harm to the Emperor through yourself or your child.

The harem is a challenging battleground. There are so many player. There are so many pieces and rules, but I trust you will figure it out my little orchid.