Assassin wa Koutei no Hana ni Naru

Having had their homeland destroyed and their best friend killed by the ruthless and merciless Emperor Ei (Eitei), Reijin Ri (Rijin) is consumed by a desire for vengeance. To kill the hated Emperor at all costs, Reijin disguises themselves as a woman and infiltrates a palace banquet as a musician. As planned, Reijin is chosen as the Emperor’s companion for the night and enters his chambers. However, the Emperor has already seen through Reijin’s disguise as an assassin! Moreover, Reijin’s true identity as a man is exposed—… “Come now, Ame, let me hear you cry,” the Emperor says, naming Reijin “Ame” (Rain) and showering them with favor. Why did the Emperor give Reijin this name…? In a palace filled with love, hatred, obsession, and mysteries, a tale of revenge against fate now begins.

Original: cmoa | Renta JP

Official Korean: Ridibooks | Lezhin