When others are favored, it's seen as a harmonious ruler-subject relationship, but when I'm favored, it's labeled as flattery and seduction; When others get promoted, it's a reward for merit and ability, but when I'm promoted, it's called the emperor's bias; When others embrace martial prowess, they're hailed as legendary talents, but when I practice martial arts, it's to curry favor with the emperor; When others receive rewards, it's deemed well-deserved, but when I'm rewarded, I'm branded the next Deng Tong. Han Yan said, "It's unfair—I’m truly wronged. I do my job diligently, so why fixate on my personal life? I’ve never abandoned anyone after seducing them!" After reading too many fanfictions about Emperor Wu of Han's era, I couldn’t resist writing one myself. Welcome, fellow fans~ Contains BL themes—those who dislike it, steer clear. A heads-up: This story is a slow burn = =