Murasaki Shikibu

“ At a certain time, among the Nyōgos, the Kouis - concubines in the emperor's harem, there was a lady Koui not of the highest rank of the aristocrats whom the emperor loved more than any of the others. ”

“ The Koui served the emperor day and night, and other oncubines were naturally resentful about that. Maybe because there were too many complaints, the Koui became so depressed that she fell ill and had to return to her parents' home to recuperate. When the emperor knew this, he couldn't let her down. On the contrary, he was more afessionate. Regardless of public criticism, he cared more about her. Such favorate would definitely become the subject of future generations. ”

“ Even the dignitaries of the dynasty opposed this, and they often talked to each other: "This particular pampering is really surprising! Because of this kind of thing, the Tang Dynasty fell into chaos." ”