As an emperor, Jun Zechen's arrangements in the harem often reflect the checks and balances of the previous dynasty. The last time she saw her brother, she was only concerned with asking him about the current situation of the Su family.

It seems that she still needs to learn more about the affairs of the court, at least to be clear about the current situation in the court.

I don’t know if I will have the chance to see my brother again before returning to the palace from the spring hunt. Su Jingyao frowned slightly, and a hint of thought flashed in her eyes.

Su Jingyao sighed softly, as if with a hint of sadness.

"What's wrong?" Jun Zechen asked softly.

Su Jingyao's eyes flashed with tenderness, and she said slowly, "Your Majesty, I know that my brother will also come to the spring hunt this time, so I specially prepared gifts for mother, father, and brother. I wanted to ask Your Majesty to give the gifts to my brother so that he can take them home."

As she spoke, she frowned slightly, seeming a little regretful.

"Last time, Your Majesty allowed my brother to come and see me. I was so happy that I forgot about this matter. So I have to trouble Your Majesty again."

"After the archery competition tomorrow, Your Majesty, can you help me take the gift to my brother?"

"Since this is a gift you prepared for your family personally, you should naturally hand it to your brother personally. I will let your brother come to see you tomorrow." Jun Zechen said indifferently.

There was a hint of hesitation on Su Jingyao's face.

"But I just met my brother two days ago. If I meet him again tomorrow, I'm afraid it won't be a good idea."

Jun Zechen smiled nonchalantly.

"My Imperial Consort just wants to see her family. Can't I make the decision on such a small matter? Yaoyao, don't worry too much."

"Your Majesty is very kind."

Su Jingyao's eyes moved with deep affection. She then turned her head, stretched out her hands, held the man's face, and kissed him.

Jun Zechen was stunned for a moment, then his eyes became hot, he reached out and held her head, deepening the kiss.

Just seeing her family, as long as she is happy.

The two of them hugged each other tightly, like mandarin ducks embracing each other, inseparable, as if time had stopped at this moment.

After a long time, Jun Zechen let her go, and Su Jingyao leaned softly on him, her chest heaving, her breathing still a little disordered, her red lips slightly parted, breathing softly.

After a long while, she slowly said, "Your Majesty, now Concubine Ling and Concubine Lin have a grudge against each other. After returning to the palace, I am afraid that the two of them will cause more trouble. In addition, Concubine Shen is also not on good terms with Concubine Ling."

She raised her head slightly, a trace of worry in her eyes, and continued: "Although I have never forgiven Concubine Ling for making me lose my child, I also know that Concubine Ling is kind and pure, and I am afraid she cannot defeat Concubine Lin and Concubine Shen."

There was a clear hint of worry in her tone and her brows were slightly furrowed.

The reason why she asked this was naturally because she wanted to know what Jun Zechen thought of Ling Yue at the moment.

After hearing her words, Jun Zechen's eyes suddenly flashed with a complicated look.

Is Concubine Ling kind and pure?

If she was kind, she would not have treated her palace clothes so carelessly when Yaoyao was her savior, causing Yaoyao to lose her child.

If she were pure, she wouldn't be so eager for quick success just to please the Queen Mother and become the Queen.

Concubine Ling wanted everything. She wanted his favor and the position of queen, so she was willing to humble herself and stay.

But she never thought about why he gave all this to her, was it because of his previous promise?

He no longer likes Concubine Ling. Is it his fault or Concubine Ling's fault?

Jun Zechen didn't want to think about this question. He was the emperor, and all the thunder, lightning and rain were his grace.

"Even if Concubine Ling no longer has the power to assist in managing the harem, she is still the only concubine in the palace. She must learn to protect herself."

Jun Zechen's voice was very flat, so flat that one could hardly hear any emotion in it.

In this palace, everyone is struggling to survive, whether they are servants or masters.

Jun Zechen used to think that a heart could be divided into two halves, but now, he didn't know where the dividing line had deviated to.

Just as Concubine Ling said today, if it didn't involve Yaoyao, why would he investigate so thoroughly?

Jun Zechen's cruelty to those he doesn't care about is unimaginable, otherwise he wouldn't have ascended the throne by stepping on the corpses of his two royal brothers.

After he ascended the throne, his other brothers were strangled by him and could only wag their tails and beg for mercy.

Su Jingyao turned around after hearing that, and her long legs wrapped around his strong waist like a snake, and her delicate hands hugged his neck like vines.

There was a pitiful look in her eyes and a slight tremor in her voice.

"But I am also afraid. I am afraid that I cannot protect myself, and I am even more afraid that I cannot protect the stars."

Jun Zechen frowned when he heard that. He exerted force with his arms and hugged her even tighter. The woman's soft body touched the man's hard skin tightly, which seemed to convey a full sense of security in an instant.

"I will naturally protect Yaoyao." His voice was low and firm.

He used to think that she was as fragile and helpless as a dodder, which made people feel pity and protective of her.

Later he discovered that although she appeared weak on the outside, she was actually very strong on the inside. However, this strength made him want to protect her even more.

After ascending the throne, her mother asked her to manage the harem. She again displayed the outstanding talents of a girl from an aristocratic family, allowing him to see her independent side.

But no matter what kind of person she is, he is determined to protect her, eager to put her in a high position, and will never allow anyone to bully her.

Even Ling Yue can't do it...

Su Jingyao rubbed gently in his arms, like a very docile kitten.

Unfortunately, she only believes in herself.

After they soaked for a while, Jun Zechen carried her back to the bed. They were both tired enough today, and their bodies were relaxed and more spacious after bathing.

Soon, they all fell asleep, their steady breathing sounds intertwined together, gently echoing in the quiet space.