But there was nothing she could do, even though she felt terrible. She was powerless to leave; it was as if she were being controlled, forced to follow the path the other woman had chosen.
Last night, a voice inexplicably appeared in her mind, urging her to be selected so that the emperor would take notice of her, otherwise she would stay in this world in an endless loop.
Haha, how scary!
At first, Su Han didn't believe it at all; she simply couldn't believe anyone could have such great abilities. But unexpectedly, that voice took her back to the day she first arrived in this world, allowing her to experience the feeling of being sickly and weak once again.
Then, she brought herself back and said in a cool and arrogant tone, "You should know my abilities. Don't try to resist."
What could Su Han do? Of course, she had to listen to her; she didn't want to stay in this awful place any longer.
"Summon the imperial concubines, Lady Su Xiangxue, Lady Zhang Jinyao, and other ladies-in-waiting... to the Imperial Garden to meet His Majesty!"
After waiting for several groups of people, it was finally her turn. After hearing her name called, Su Han slowly stepped out of the line.
The other young ladies-in-waiting who heard her name called out were very disappointed. With that person around, would the Emperor still look favorably upon them? But there was nothing they could do. They could only curse their bad luck in being paired with her before they finally moved away.
The one who called out the names was Zhao Dabao, the emperor's personal eunuch and chief eunuch. When he saw Su Han, his eyes lit up. What a beautiful woman!
Zhao Dabao's expression immediately softened considerably. He knew that this young lady with such beauty would definitely be registered. Although he was the emperor's confidant and did not need to curry favor with the concubines, he had no intention of offending a future favorite concubine.
Eunuch Zhao thought highly of Su Han.
Su Han was the first of the five selected ladies-in-waiting according to the order of their names being called. She followed Eunuch Zhao and the palace maids in charge. Not long after entering the Imperial Garden, the bright yellow canopy could be seen in the distance.
Having arrived before the Emperor, everyone stood still and tidied their appearance before proceeding again.
For today's palace selection, Su Han didn't choose overly ornate clothing. Instead, she opted for an exquisite light blue embroidered dress, her dark hair styled in a simple bun adorned with a jade hairpin, and she wore only light makeup. That was all. Among the heavily made-up young ladies, she stood out remarkably simply.
As it turns out, a beauty is a beauty. Natural beauty is much more important than dressing up. Although Su Han's clothes were relatively simple, they had a unique, ethereal beauty, like a fairy descending to earth.
"Your Majesty, the young lady, Su Xiangxue, is awaiting Your Majesty's summons." Eunuch Zhao went ahead to report to the Emperor.
The male voice that proclaimed the word was steady and powerful, and the words were concise and forceful; it was the emperor, who sat in the highest seat, speaking.
The emperor was twenty-nine years old this year. He was shrewd and capable, and by no means an ordinary person. He had thick eyebrows and a high nose, and his eyes were deep and sharp. As the names of the candidates were called out, he casually cast his gaze at the entrance of the palace.
Five young women, heads bowed, slowly entered, standing in a line with space between them. After stopping, they gracefully curtsied and said, "Your Majesty, may Your Majesty enjoy boundless blessings; Your Majesty, may Your Majesty, enjoy boundless blessings; Your Majesty, may Your Majesty, enjoy boundless blessings."
A clear and melodious sound rang out, just like the song of a golden oriole.
"Rise, all of you." The emperor looked indifferently at the first lady on his left, or rather, his gaze had not left her since she first appeared.
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