Palace of Devotion

Orphaned as a child, Liu E travels to the capital Kaifeng, and later catches the eye of Zhao Heng. Though she was a concubine, Liu E was perceptive to state affairs, and often discussed politics with Zhao Heng. This tradition continued when he became emperor in 997. Liu E is crowned empress after adopting the son of a concubine (later Emperor Renzong), and serves as regent of the Song Dynasty during the last two years of her husband’s reign. Liu E would continue to rule until her death twelve years later in 1033.

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  Liu Tao

  Liu E
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  Vic Chou

  Zhao Heng
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  Lin Xi

  Xiao Shou'an
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  Cao Lei

  Su Wen
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  Qi Xi

  Guo Jingqi
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  Liang Guanhua

  Kou Zhun
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  Li Jiaxin

  Feng Yi
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  Fang Zibin

  Wang Qinruo
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  Zheng Wei

  Zhao Zhen
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  Pan Yiyi

  Princess Ling Yang