To restore a peaceful and stable living environment for the people.

On the other hand, amidst this anxious and worried state of mind, he also inadvertently harbored the intention to test Qin Qianluo.

He wanted to use this chaotic situation as a touchstone to uncover Qin Qianluo's true thoughts and motives.

Let's see if she can maintain her pure and selfless dedication to the people when faced with such a major and severe crisis.

If Qin Qianluo had not shown her heartfelt concern for the people at that crucial moment, and if jealousy had clouded his mind like a fog, it would have been a different story.

He is very likely to fall into the abyss of self-deception, forcing himself to believe that Qin Qianluo has selfish motives.

He would constantly weave various seemingly reasonable reasons in his heart to justify his suspicions and doubts, making his behavior seem "reasonable".

Once this is done, he will be able to take action against Qin Qianluo openly and legitimately, in order to eliminate the unease and doubts that are stuck in his throat.

He would feel that his actions were just, and that they were for the purpose of maintaining the stability and peace of the country.

He never realized that all of this was just self-deception driven by jealousy, a manifestation of his narrow-mindedness and prejudice.

Fortunately, Su Jinyun, with her intelligence and keen insight, was the first to notice his hidden and complex thoughts.

The empress, who had been with him for many years and knew his temperament and thoughts very well, also keenly perceived the subtle and complex thoughts deep in his heart.

If it weren't for the Empress's earnest and meaningful words just now...

If a bright and warm light were to shine into the dark and confused corner of his heart, it would be a timely wake-up call. Otherwise, he would probably still ruthlessly direct his defensiveness towards Su Jinyun.

If this happens, the situation will become even more complicated and difficult to manage, and the delicate balance between the various forces will be completely broken.

A crisis, like a storm, is brewing quietly in this seemingly peaceful palace and will soon erupt.

Ning Chenyi dared not think too deeply about how this storm would eventually spiral out of control and what devastating disaster it would bring to the country and its people.

Every possible consequence sent chills down his spine and filled him with fear, like a nightmare.

Recalling what the Empress had said, Ning Chenyi couldn't help but secretly laugh at himself.

As the supreme ruler, he possessed the entire nation, wielding unparalleled imperial power and bearing the fate and future of the entire country on his shoulders.

They should possess a broad mind as vast as the heavens and earth, as well as extraordinary foresight that allows them to see far ahead and understand everything.

However, he would actually become wary of a woman who wholeheartedly dedicated herself to the country and its people, working tirelessly and selflessly, simply because of his own jealousy.

He was acutely aware that this was indeed a serious problem that he could not ignore.

Such a narrow-minded person is truly unworthy of the emperor's position and cannot be considered a competent monarch.

After all, he could clearly hear Qin Qianluo's true feelings. If Qin Qianluo really had other thoughts, how could he not have noticed?

It seems I really should reflect on my past actions and make amends to Qin Qianluo to atone for the mistakes I made out of jealousy and narrow-mindedness.

This will also allow me to live up to the responsibilities and mission bestowed upon me by the throne.

Now, the Emperor has begun to experience the joy and responsibility of fatherhood.

In that tranquil palace, he would often gaze quietly at his two sleeping infant sons, his heart filled with tenderness and expectation.

The arrival of this new life not only brought new hope to the court, but also, like a magical key, quietly opened a door to a completely new understanding deep within his heart.

As Ning Chenyi devoted himself to raising his two sons, he gained a deeper understanding of the feelings of being a parent.

Each time he tucked his two sons in and each time he heard their clear cries, he gained a deeper understanding of his father's and mother's love and expectations.

This realization, like a gentle spring breeze and nourishing rain, soothed his heart.

This prompted him to unconsciously stand in his father's shoes and re-examine many past events, especially his father's various actions towards Qin Qianluo.

This deep deliberation was like finally finding a ray of dawn piercing through the gloom after groping in the fog for a long time.

He gradually realized the profound and far-sighted intentions behind his father's actions.

The Emperor's affection for Qin Qianluo was not unfounded, nor was his frequent praise of her virtues blind.

With his far-sighted wisdom, the Emperor knew that Qin Qianluo possessed extraordinary talent and outstanding abilities, like a dazzling pearl that could illuminate the path forward for the empire.

The emperor hoped that by valuing Qin Qianluo, he could inspire Ning Chenyi to strive for excellence, hone his skills, and become a more virtuous monarch.