The Emperor's Caretaker 04

Ichiha Hiiragi, Aya Shouoto, Haruki Yoshimura

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Square Enix
16 December 2025

Graphic novels: Manga

A statesman's daughter finds herself swept into the world of

palace intrigue when she's chosen to be a court lady in this richly

illustrated period fantasy!

A statesman's daughter finds herself swept into the world of

palace intrigue when she's chosen to be a court lady in this richly

illustrated period fantasy!

Linhua is secretly engaged to Prince Souren, the most breathtaking man in all of Guangyan-but their relationship must stay hidden until Emperor Zhiyou comes of age. Trouble brews when the new Chancellor of the Left, Lee Songhua, sets his sights on Linhua, sparking a confrontation with Souren. Meanwhile, the stage is set for a new era as the selection of Emperor Zhiyou's inner circle begins!

By: Ichiha Hiiragi
Designed by: Aya Shouoto
Illustrated by: Haruki Yoshimura
Imprint: Square Enix
Country of Publication: United States [Currently unable to ship to USA: see Shipping Info]
Volume: 4
Dimensions: Height: 181mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 13mm
Weight: 172g
ISBN: 9781646093588
ISBN 10: 1646093585
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 16 December 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Ichiha Hiiragi is the author of The Emperor's Caretaker, which was originally released as a light novel series in Japan. She has written numerous professionally published light novel and manga titles. Aya Shouoto is the illustrator of The Emperor's Caretaker light novel series. She is the creator of the bestselling shojo manga series The Demon Prince of Momochi House and Kiss of the Rose Princess. Haruki Yoshimura is the illustrator of The Emperor's Caretaker manga adaptation.