Ling Xiao exuded a sullen and unhappy aura. She hadn't caused any trouble in a long time, and she wasn't used to it anymore.
"System, you've rested enough. Let's continue the mission."
"I'll do whatever you say," the system simply replied. After witnessing the host's powerful self-directing abilities twice before, it had decided to listen to the host.
"Alright, let's begin the process of serving you in bed."
"What?!" the girl exclaimed in horror, "Weren't you going to go for the charlatan route? This sudden change in persona is going to backfire!"
"Relax, I said 'serving the emperor,' not that I'm the one going to serve him."
The system quickly calmed down, seemingly understanding its host's meaning; after all, Ling Xiao was only eight years old and couldn't truly serve the emperor in bed.
"The host wants to solidify favor with the emperor by pushing someone aside, right? Many strategists in palace intrigue dramas do the same thing."
"No, it's about having the emperor sleep with me—"
Inside the Deyin Palace, Empress Wen skillfully prepared delicacies, which the Emperor enjoyed immensely. They frequently whispered sweet nothings to each other, displaying their deep affection.
"Your Majesty, the Princess of Qin has sent someone."
Li Yue put down his chopsticks, feeling both apprehensive and excited. After all, this man was unpredictable and might come up with some new way to torment him.
"Your Majesty, when will the princess send the gift she promised last time?" Lady Yang didn't dare to look up, and said through gritted teeth with her eyes closed.
Before His Majesty could reply, she quickly added, "The princess has specified a gift."
Li Yue was both curious and relieved. He hadn't forgotten about the gift, but he valued it so much that he hadn't been able to make a decision.
"Whatever my aunt desires, I will grant it."
Lady Yang smiled bitterly, looking up at the Emperor with pity. "The princess said it will rain for the next half month, and she is afraid of thunder, so she wants... she wants Your Majesty to serve her in bed!"
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