But to the Second Prince, since Bai Zhi had won the Emperor's favor, she could be of use to him.
After all, he was the one who had sent her into the Imperial Palace, giving her the chance to enjoy her current wealth and glory, was he not?
「In the Imperial Study Room.」
The Emperor glanced at Bai Zhi and frowned. "You're a little late today."
Bai Zhi curtsied, then took the carp soup from a maid's hands, approached slowly, and placed it on the imperial desk with a smile.
"I ran into the Second Prince and stopped to speak with him for a moment. Please don't be angry, Your Majesty."
The Emperor was aware of Bai Zhi's origins, so he just nodded casually. "I know. You would never lie to me."
Bai Zhi's smile grew even more innocent and beautiful. "Your Majesty, please drink it while it's hot. I will grind the ink for you."
The Emperor liked her precisely because she was obedient, well-behaved, and never fought for favor.
