Under the dim palace lanterns, the emperor's voice came like the sound of a distant bell, "Ask the imperial concubine to come and serve."

The palace servants did not dare to be negligent and immediately rushed to the Imperial Concubine's bedroom.

When the imperial concubine learned of the summons, she immediately changed into a gorgeous palace dress, the hem of which swayed gently with her steps, as if telling the secrets deep in the palace. Her hair accessories sparkled with a little light, reflecting her eyes, revealing an indescribable charm. She walked into the emperor's bedroom, and every step seemed so light and cautious.

When she stood in front of the emperor, her face showed a complicated expression, which was both awe of the emperor and anticipation of the upcoming bedtime . The emperor looked at her, a glimmer of satisfaction flashed in his eyes. He stretched out his hand, gently took the imperial concubine's hand, and guided her to the bed.

Shen Nianwan lowered his head slightly, a blush appearing on his face, like a peach blossom blooming for the first time. She said softly, "It is my duty as a concubine to share His Majesty's worries, not to mention hard work."

The emperor stared at Wan'er , his eyes full of tenderness. He caressed the back of her hand and spoke slowly, " Wan'er , do you know why I can sit firmly in this country and build a great cause for thousands of years?"

Wan'er raised her head, her eyes sparkling with intelligence, and she replied softly, "Your Majesty is wise. He who wins the hearts of the people wins the world."

The emperor nodded, with a smile on his lips, "You are not only beautiful, but also intelligent. It's great to have you."

Shen Nianwan lowered her head shyly, a warm current welling up in her heart. She knew that in this deep palace, the emperor's favor was her greatest support. She was determined to be more careful and live up to the emperor's high expectations.

For several days in a row, Shen Nianwan was called to bed . Whenever night falls, under the dim light of the palace lanterns.

In another corner of the palace, Shen Nianshu's personal maid Pearl was standing by the window, looking at the palace lanterns under the night, her face full of worry. She turned to look at Shen Nianshu and said softly, "Miss, don't you think the imperial concubine has been acting strange lately?"

Shen Nianshu put down the book in her hand and raised her head, a trace of doubt flashed in her eyes, "Strange? You mean Shen Nianwan?"

Pearl nodded, walked to Shen Nianshu, and said softly, "Yes, Miss. She hasn't come to stir up trouble recently?"

Shen Nianshu frowned, pondered for a moment, and said, "Maybe we worry too much. In this deep palace, everyone is fighting for survival, and the imperial concubine is no exception. She has been too busy recently to care about it. I. "

"Ignore her, we just have to do our own thing."

As night fell, Shen Nianshu's bedroom seemed particularly peaceful. The palace lantern emits a soft light, adding a touch of warmth to the room.

Suddenly, a soft knock on the door broke the tranquility. Shen Nianshu raised her head, frowned slightly, and looked at the door with some confusion.

"Your Majesty, Caiwei wants to see you." A clear voice came from outside the door. It was Caiwei , her personal maid.

Shen Nianshu put down the book in her hand and said softly, "Come in."

The door opened gently and Caiwei walked in.

Caiwei hesitated for a moment, seeming to consider her words. She secretly glanced at Pearl standing next to Shen Nianshu.

Seeing Shen Nianshu nodding slightly, he motioned for her to continue speaking, and said, "It's okay, just go ahead and talk, one of our own."

Shen Nianshu raised her eyebrows slightly and motioned for her to continue.

Caiwei looked around to make sure there was no one else, and then whispered, "The servants have been staring at them these past few days. What is very strange is that some of them fainted and some disappeared. It is very strange."

A trace of surprise flashed in Shen Nianshu's eyes, but she quickly regained her composure.

"You mean those people?"

Caiwei nodded.

Shen Nianshu took a deep breath, feeling that things were far more complicated than she imagined. She looked out the window, the night was like ink, and the palace lanterns were swaying, as if telling the secrets deep in the palace.

She turned to look at Caiwei, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes, "We must act carefully and not alert others. Also, no one else should know about this except the three of us."

Caiwei nodded, her eyes full of worry, "Empress, what should we do?"

Shen Nianshu thought for a moment and then slowly said, "First of all..."

Before she finished speaking, Caiwei suddenly heard subtle footsteps coming from the door.

Shen Nianshu didn't say any more, but fortunately her voice wasn't too loud.

She immediately turned her head to look alertly and saw a figure looming under the dim palace lantern. Caiwei ran over to chase but failed to catch up. The only thing she was sure of was that there was indeed someone at the door.

Shen Nianshu also noticed something was wrong. She stood up quickly and looked at the door sharply.

Shen Nianshu frowned slightly, she felt something was wrong.

The night was dark, but Shen Nianshu's heart could not calm down. She stood in front of the window, looking at the hazy moonlight outside, thinking a lot.

The scene just now made her realize that there were undercurrents and dangers in the palace.

She turned to look at Caiwei, a trace of determination flashed in her eyes, "Let's stop for now. Everyone should be careful."

Caiwei nodded, she understood what Shen Nianshu meant. In this palace full of conspiracies and traps, they must always be vigilant and cannot make any mistakes.

Shen Nianshu took a deep breath, knowing that the following days would be even more difficult.

"By the way, Pearl, are you ready?"

Pearl nodded.

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The night was getting darker, but Shen Nianshu's heart was as tight as a string. She gently smoothed the wrinkles on her dress, with a trace of determination and expectation in her eyes.

At this moment, Caiwei 's voice came from outside the door, "Your Majesty, the Emperor just came out from there."

Shen Nianshu sat in front of the mirror. Pearl gently combed her long hair and inserted a delicate hosta into her hair. "Miss, are you sure you want to dress so plainly?"

She stared at herself in the mirror, her eyes shining with confidence and expectation.

She knew that tonight, he would definitely win.

Shen Nianshu knelt in the corner of the pavilion in the imperial garden. The night was like ink and the moonlight was like water. Her heartbeat was as fast and powerful as a drum. She knew that tonight was the road Bai Nanyu must pass.

The breeze blew by, bringing with it the fresh fragrance of distant flowers, and also brought with it every trace of nervousness in her heart. She held the handkerchief tightly , her fingertips turning slightly white.

She took a deep breath and closed her eyes, as if praying silently. Then, she slowly opened her eyes, her eyes firm and bright.

At this moment, footsteps were heard in the distance. Shen Nianshu's heart tightened suddenly, and she nervously clenched the handkerchief in her hand . The footsteps were getting closer, and her heartbeat was getting faster and faster.

"Miss, it's getting colder. Let's go back."

"I hope the Buddha will bless the beloved of Xinnu and bless the emperor's health..."

The best way to flatter or praise someone is to let them hear it intentionally or unintentionally.

The best way to handle a man is to show your soft side.

Suddenly, a familiar voice broke the tranquility of the night. Shen Nianshu's heart trembled suddenly. She raised her head and saw Bai Nanyu wearing a bright yellow dragon robe, looking even more handsome in the moonlight. There was a bit of surprise and confusion in his eyes.

"Why are you here?" Bai Nanyu 's voice contained a hint of unnoticeable nervousness.

Shen Nianshu smiled slightly. She stood up and bowed down. There was a bit of coquettishness and weakness in her voice, "I, my concubine, see you, Your Majesty. May Your Majesty be blessed with peace and prosperity."

Her voice is like the spring breeze blowing on the face, making people feel intoxicated. Bai Nanyu 's eyes stayed on her face for a moment, as if he was trying to control his emotions.

"What are you doing here so late?" He asked again with some concern and doubt in his voice.

Shen Nianshu raised her head slightly, and her face looked even more soft under the moonlight. She bit her lower lip lightly, as if she was hesitating whether to say it or not.

"I heard someone said that making wishes under the moonlight on the fifteenth day of the first lunar month is very accurate, so come here and give it a try." Her voice was like a whisper in the night wind, carrying a bit of mystery and expectation.

Bai Nanyu frowned slightly and looked into Shen Nianshu's bright eyes.

He took a few steps closer and stood in front of Shen Nianshu, looking down at her.

Shen Nianshu tried to stand up, but accidentally lost her balance. Her body swayed slightly, and Bai Nanyu immediately stretched out his arm to support her.

At this moment, Shen Nianshu's body fell gently towards Bai Nanyu , her cheek gently pressed against his chest, and their heartbeats seemed to blend together at this moment. Under the moonlight, their shadows are closely linked to each other, like a beautiful picture.

Bai Nanyu 's heartbeat accelerated. He looked down at Shen Nianshu in his arms, with a trace of complicated emotions flashing in his eyes. He gently held her shoulders, with a hint of tenderness and concern in his voice, "Are you okay?"

Shen Nianshu raised her head, her eyes twinkling with light. She shook her head gently, with a hint of coquettishness and shyness in her voice, "I'm fine, my concubine. Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty."

"Go and tell the imperial concubine that she doesn't have to come over tonight," he said.

The eunuch bowed to accept the order and left in a hurry. His figure drifted away under the moonlight, and finally disappeared around the corner.

She bit her lower lip gently, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. However, she didn't speak, she just stood there quietly, waiting for what would happen next.

Bai Nanyu turned around and motioned for Shen Nianshu to follow. Shen Nianshu nodded slightly, feeling an inexplicable excitement in her heart. She quickly followed Bai Nanyu 's pace, and they walked side by side to the palace.

Immediately afterwards, Bai Nanyu pulled her to the bed. Shen Nianshu exclaimed, lost her balance and fell heavily on the bed. Bai Nanyu immediately pressed forward, his figure becoming taller and more powerful in the moonlight. Shen Nianshu's heartbeat was racing like thunder. She felt as if she had been hit by a strong electric current, and her whole body was numb and weak.