Looking at the slightly reddened eyes of the person beneath me, I felt a pang of pity for her, making me want to cherish her even more.

That sweet, soft voice was so alluring that it sent a shiver down Zhou Jin's spine.

Zhou Jin is not a lustful person, and few people can make him lose his composure like this. This is the first time he has lost control, and he doesn't want to stop at all.

He indulged himself, tormenting her fiercely, and the room was filled with passion.

It was late at night.

Li Mu, the eunuch outside the door, was somewhat surprised. He had seen this young master before. Although he was beautiful, he was too aloof and exuded an aura that kept people at a distance. The emperor did not like him.

Why is the Emperor so out of control today? It seems we should really reassess Consort Rong's position. We'll have to be more careful in the future and not offend this master.

"Master, would you like some water?" Li Mu's apprentice, Xiao Linzi, approached with a cheeky grin, intending to remind the emperor not to indulge in excessive sexual activity and harm his health.

"Get out of here! How dare you interfere in His Majesty's affairs?" Li Mu kicked Xiao Linzi in the butt.

Li Mu then raised his voice and addressed the night watchmen, "Don't blame me for not reminding you all, keep your mouths shut about this today. If even a whisper gets out, you'll all be held responsible."

Everyone should agree.

After some time, it was almost time for court to begin, and Li Mu gently knocked on the door.

Inside, one could hear the man's excited growls and the woman's soft sobs, the sounds gradually fading away.

"Bring water." Li Mu led a large group of palace maids into the hall.

Hot water was prepared, and the maid wanted to help Bai Lingxi take a bath in the side hall, but before she could even reach out and touch her...

But then the emperor's authoritative voice rang out, "All of you, get out."

Zhou Jin carried Bai Lingxi to the bathtub and washed her little by little. Bai Lingxi was already too tired to keep her eyes open and let him do whatever he wanted.

Zhou Jin didn't know what was wrong with her. This little woman was exactly what she wanted in every way. How come she hadn't noticed it before? But it wasn't too late now.

Listening to the commotion inside, Li Mu knew that the emperor was treating Consort Rong as his possession and wouldn't allow anyone else to touch her.

Li Mu thought to himself that he had gained a deeper understanding of Consort Rong's position in the emperor's heart, and it seemed that the situation in the harem was about to change.

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When Bai Lingxi woke up, the surroundings were empty; Zhou Jin had already gone to court.

"Someone come here." The voice startled Bai Lingxi, whose voice had been hoarse from crying all day yesterday.

"Congratulations, Your Majesty! Congratulations, Your Majesty!" Hanzhu entered with a beaming face. "Your Majesty, we've finally made it through!"

Bai Lingxi: "Hanzhu, what time is it now? Shouldn't we pay our respects to the Empress?"

Hanzhu: "His Majesty has already excused you from paying your respects, so there's no need to rush."

Bai Lingxi didn't seem to notice anything, but Hanzhu kept chattering away: "Your Majesty, the Emperor personally served you while you bathed, and wouldn't even let me touch you. The Emperor really cherishes you."

Bai Lingxi didn't interrupt her, lost in thought about the mission.

To be honest, Xixi has been doing quite well these days. She inherited Bai Lingxi's memories, and besides getting familiar with every plant and tree in Luanxi Pavilion, she has been seizing the time to cultivate and improve her physique.

Her skin is now even whiter and more radiant, her features more delicate, and she exudes an ethereal quality, appearing from afar like a fairy among flowers. Up close, her charming smile adds a touch of playfulness and cuteness, as if it could melt one's heart, making one want to hold it in the palm of their hand and cherish it dearly.

Zhou Jin is the emperor. With him around, the lives of the Bai family can be saved. However, it is still necessary to resolve the grudges with the Seventh Prince to avoid the Seventh Prince settling scores with the Bai family after ascending the throne.

Another path is to support one's own children and have children of one's own.