Within fifteen minutes, Jiang Tian could no longer support herself; she couldn't even stand steadily, let alone support herself.

Having held back for a month, how could Mo Chenyuan let her off so easily?

In her moment of despair, Jiang Tian bit him and passed out.

When she woke up again, she was in the bathtub.

Mo Chenyuan was still drenched in sweat.

Jiang Tian was not released until it was almost time for the court session.

Mo Chenyuan had intended for her to rest, but he couldn't help but admire her perseverance.

For the sake of being a palace maid, she didn't sleep all night. When he was about to leave, she still forced herself to pinch him and, in a hoarse voice, asked him to call someone to find her a new palace maid's uniform.

The old things had long been shattered in Mo Chenyuan's hands.

Suppressing his anger, Mo Chenyuan changed her clothes and then asked through gritted teeth, "You still have to work during the day?"

If she agrees, Mo Chenyuan will definitely not let her go.

"Your Majesty, are you so heartless? I've finished my night shift and need to go back to catch up on my sleep, yet you still want me to work during the day?"

Knowing full well that she was turning the tables on him, Mo Chenyuan snorted and didn't bother to get angry with her.

Before going to court, he instructed Eunuch Li to let Jiang Tian rest in the palace maids' quarters.

He originally wanted Jiang Tian to rest here so he could see her when he returned, but Jiang Tian insisted on going back to the palace maids' quarters.

He knew he was in the wrong and had hoped that she could get a good night's sleep here, but in the end, she didn't even get to sleep.

Upon hearing the instructions, Eunuch Li took Jiang Tian back and instructed others not to disturb her peaceful sleep.

Seeing Jiang Tian's miserable appearance, the palace maids were startled and hurriedly asked her if she had been punished by the emperor.

Jiang Tian shook her head wearily: "I wasn't punished, but the Emperor seemed a bit angry. He made me stand for a while and then kneel for a while. I couldn't take it anymore, so he sent me back."

Is this considered no punishment? The palace maids were completely confused.

After sleeping for a day, as soon as Jiang Tian woke up, the palace maid told her that Eunuch Li had brought her some porridge that he had specially asked for from the imperial kitchen, and that she should drink it while it was hot. She also said that Eunuch Li told her to let him know when she woke up.

Jiang Tian smiled and agreed. After taking a sip of porridge, she knew that Mo Chenyuan had a pretty good grasp of her preferences.

When Xiao Zijue entered the imperial study, Mo Chenyuan had just broken a tea set.

He doesn't get angry easily, but when someone comes up to you and shouts at the top of their lungs just to annoy you, saying that the country can't do without an heir and that the harem can't be without an heir, it really makes you sick.

Having fought with that old fox, the Prime Minister, for so long, if he hadn't guessed that it was him behind it all, Mo Chenyuan would have been chewed up and swallowed long ago.

His daughter was arrogant and disdainful of everyone. After failing once, she insisted on trying to get into the palace again. She had no sense of shame at all.

"Greetings, Your Majesty."

Upon seeing Xiao Zijue, Mo Chenyuan's expression softened slightly.

"Please sit down. What are your thoughts on today's court proceedings?"

Today in the court, the ministers have gone mad, their words all urging Mo Chenyuan to get married and have children as soon as possible.

What happened not long ago is happening again.

Xiao Zijue shook his head: "Your Majesty should indeed start a family. If they are determined to force you, you cannot refuse to get married for the sake of the country. Even if you don't get married, you still have no children, which will give them a lot to talk about."

An emperor without an heir can cause unrest among the people.

When Mo Chenyuan first ascended the throne, the ministers were already urging him to hurry up, not to mention when he was about to secure his position.

After Xiao Zijue finished speaking, Mo Chenyuan remained silent for a long while.

People think that emperors can do whatever they want, but who in this world can truly be free?

"You may leave. I will make a decision on this matter myself."

Xiao Zijue stopped short of making a move, and just as he was about to leave, Mo Chenyuan called him back.

"The woman who was recently kidnapped and taken to the Prince's mansion has been rescued by my men. If your mother is not restrained, she may be taking lives with impunity."

Xiao Zijue had just returned from out of town when he learned of his mother's actions.

His mother even tried to cover up the truth. If it weren't for the informant he left behind who told him everything, Xiao Zijue would never have guessed that his mother would actually bring Jiang Tian into the mansion.

Xiao Zijue was furious. During that time, he and Jiang Tian had developed some feelings for each other. Even if they couldn't be husband and wife, they could at least be friends.

But his mother disregarded his orders and devised a scheme that harmed her younger brother in order to bring her back.

How could Xiao Zijue not be furious?

Later, when the person disappeared, Old Madam Xiao searched all over the capital. Many people whispered behind her back that the old lady might be possessed by an evil spirit.

It's truly disgraceful to make such a big fuss over a 29-year-old concubine, making it known to everyone.

If Xiao Zijue hadn't come back, they might still be looking for him.

Xiao Zijue also asked his spies, but they all said that Jiang Tian disappeared overnight, and they didn't expect that the Emperor had saved her.

Upon hearing that he had rescued the person, Xiao Zijue's hand tightened, and he subconsciously asked, "Where is she now?"

Mo Chenyuan's eyes darkened slightly: "You will see where she is soon. I'm telling you this to tell you that you should keep an eye on your mother."

Mo Chenyuan's last words were not loud, but his tone was extremely heavy.

Xiao Zijue broke out in a cold sweat.

Others only know that the emperor is young, but they are unaware of his ruthless methods.

"Your Majesty, I thank you. I will certainly handle this matter properly."

Even the Emperor has spoken. If Xiao Zijue still doesn't take it seriously, his mother might lose her head and not even know how she died.

He immediately made up his mind to send his mother to the estate first, and then decide what to do next in two years.

After Xiao Zijue left, Mo Chenyuan called in a few trusted confidants and whispered several orders.

When Eunuch Li brought in news that Jiang Tian had woken up, everything had returned to normal.

Go and summon her.

Jiang Tian had just finished a bowl of porridge when, amidst the pitying gazes of the palace maids, she was summoned by Eunuch Li.

"Greetings, Your Majesty."

"Would you like to leave the palace with me in a few days?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Tian abruptly raised her head: "Is what the Emperor said true?"

Mo Chenyuan instantly understood what she meant. He sneered, "It's about taking you out of the palace to play, not letting you out."

Seeing Jiang Tian's shoulders slump, Mo Chenyuan understood even more clearly how this woman could change her mind so easily.

Are you going or not?

Having finally gotten a chance to leave the palace, even if I can't actually be let out, it would be nice to just wander around.

Jiang Tian's smile carried a hint of ingratiation: "His Majesty has bestowed upon me grace, how could I possibly let him down?"

If her obvious disappointment hadn't been so obvious, Mo Chenyuan would have actually believed her lies.

A few days later, Mo Chenyuan indeed summoned her over.

After changing into plain clothes, Mo Chenyuan forced Jiang Tian to put on a veil.

The two walked down the street. Jiang Tian put on a veil, while Mo Chenyuan, who was disguised, wore nothing. He wasn't afraid of being recognized.

"Your Highness... why did you call me out? I have a feeling you have ulterior motives."

Jiang Tian followed Mo Chenyuan, speaking softly to him as they walked.

"I'm planning to sell you. Are you happy?"