The Empress looked at Emperor Yongshun with delight; she too liked the item. However, she still said, "How could I possibly accept something so valuable? If others found out, they would surely gossip."

"It's alright, I'm not afraid of people spreading rumors. I just like you, and they'll have to get used to it whether they like it or not. Who dares to gossip?" Emperor Yongshun said with a smile.

The Queen's heart skipped a beat, and she lowered her head.

"What's wrong?" Emperor Yongshun asked.

"No, it's nothing," the Empress quickly shook her head, her face slightly flushed.

Emperor Yongshun looked at the Empress and was secretly pleased. My Xi'er is still so easily embarrassed.

"Oh, right, Xi'er, I have this here too." Emperor Yongshun said, taking out the dragon-carved lamp.

"And what is this?" the Empress asked, looking at the dragon-carved lamp in Emperor Yongshun's hand with a puzzled expression.

"Look." Emperor Yongshun placed the lamp on the table, picked it up, held it in front of the Empress's eyes, and pressed the switch at the bottom.

Instantly, the entire hall was illuminated.

"Heavens, this..." The Empress stared wide-eyed in shock at the dragon-carved lamp in Emperor Yongshun's hand.

"Haha, this is called a desk lamp. You can also adjust the brightness and color." He then demonstrated it to the Empress.

"What an amazing lighting tool! It's simply incredible!" the Queen exclaimed in surprise as she looked at the dragon-carved lamp.

"Hehe~" Emperor Yongshun laughed.

"This desk lamp will be yours, Xi'er. When you write stories, you can turn on the lamp so your eyes won't get tired," Emperor Yongshun said with a smile to the Empress.

Although the Empress often heard Emperor Yongshun utter sweet words, he meant more than just words. Every instance of his care and affection filled the Empress with immense happiness.

"You said you'd give me this lamp, aren't you afraid people will gossip?" The Empress looked at Emperor Yongshun with a smile, her expression full of anticipation.

"Xi'er, just use it with peace of mind," Emperor Yongshun said with a smile.

The Empress was deeply moved, but she did not accept the dragon-carved lamp. The Emperor needed the lamp more than she did, as he had to review memorials every day. "From now on," she resolved, "I will try my best to write my stories during the day, and I will definitely write even better ones."

"Come on, Xi'er, I'll take a picture of you." Emperor Yongshun took the Empress's hand and walked outside.

The Empress followed Emperor Yongshun to the Imperial Garden, where she looked at the colorful flowers and felt very pleased.

"Is it alright to take pictures here?" Emperor Yongshun asked the Empress with a smile.

"Alright." The Queen nodded.

"Flowers complement a beautiful woman; this saying is truly accurate." Emperor Yongshun said, taking out a camera and pointing it at the empress and the flowers in front of him.

The Queen struck a beautiful pose.

Emperor Yongshun snapped a series of photos.

"Xi'er, take a look." Emperor Yongshun pulled out the photo that appeared at the bottom and handed it to the Empress.

"Yes, it's very beautiful." The Queen held the photo in her hand, admiring it.

The two took a few more photos together.

Suddenly, Emperor Yongshun pulled the Empress into his arms and kissed her.

The empress stiffened, and a faint blush appeared on her face.

"You...this is the Imperial Garden..." the Empress struggled to speak in a low voice. This was the Imperial Garden. This was a public place.

Upon hearing the Empress's words, Emperor Yongshun paused slightly, then carried her towards the Phoenix Palace. The palace servants behind him bowed their heads and followed closely behind.