My Farm by the Palace

As a child, Hazel Mayfield was sent to live with the Martins, a family whose rustic way of life stood in stark contrast to her own upbringing. It was there, amidst the sprawling fields and the honest labor of the soil, that she discovered her true calling. She fell in love with the rhythm of rural existence, the scent of fresh earth, and the simple satisfaction of nurturing life from seed to harvest. From that moment on, Hazel carried a single, unwavering dream: to one day own a farm of her very own. Eleven years later, that dream unexpectedly arrives at her doorstep. Her grandfather, in a surprising act of generosity, hands her the deed to a valuable plot of land. Overjoyed and eager to trade the constraints of city life for the freedom of the countryside, Hazel rushes to claim her new property, ready to begin her life as a farmer. However, her joy quickly turns to bewilderment when she discovers the location of her inheritance. Her farm is not in some quiet, distant province, but is situated squarely in the heart of the capital, directly adjacent to the hallowed grounds of the imperial palace. Now, Hazel faces a dilemma far greater than she ever anticipated. Instead of dealing with simple soil and seasons, she must navigate the complex and dangerous politics of the royal court. The Emperor himself has taken notice of her land, and his intentions are far from clear. As the most powerful man in the kingdom casts his gaze upon her farm, Hazel must fight to protect her lifelong dream from being trampled by the powers of a crown.