Butterflies and Pins
On a special day when it is said that spirits come to visit the living, eighteen year-old Kim Yoon-Yi gets sent into the past. Year 1452 is a year of turmoil. At the Joseon court the King, a Prince and Ministers battle for power. Neither wants to give in, using whatever means possible to best each other. There is nothing one wouldn't be willing to do when a single wrong step can mean either great success or swift demise. While young Yoon-Yi learns to adapt and survive in this new and dangerous environment, she finds a bond that is stronger than time itself: love. For her it was a first love born in the past, for him it is something he cherishes in the present. But what about the future? Will Yoon-Yi's presence in that age trigger unfathomable changes, or will destiny follow its course unhindered? * This is a work of fiction. Some elements are historically accurate, while others, such as certain timelines, events and characters, have been adapted in order to fit the storyline. If you wish to share your opinion on this book, don't feel shy and drop a comment or a message. My discord is Raksha1#2597 The artwork for the cover has been commissioned from artist MagBya ^.^ (Instagram: @mag_bya) Discord server: https://discord.gg/R3AybhzGxT
Chapter 144
The one week that was left until the arrival of the Ming envoy passed like a breeze.
Before anyone was fully prepared mentally, the first day of June arrived.
That day, the sun shone brightly against the deep blue sky. A gentle breeze was blowing, making the weather perfect for sailing.
Since early morning, the Han river's surface was already unrecognizable. A large number of boats, of all shapes and sizes, covered the surface of the river.
Some of them had tall bodies, with large crimson battened veils. Their entire surface was covered with lush decorations, which consisted of a multitude of paper lanterns and colorful ribbons. As these boats glided along the river water, they looked like majestuous koi fish.