Dethroned the Crown Princess? Then she became your mother

His eyes involuntarily slid down to her willow waist that seemed to sway in the morning breeze. Her waist was so slender that it was endearing, as if it was the most exquisite sculpture of nature.

It was the first time in his life that he had encountered such an unforgettable curve, and this preference was a dark secret to him.

"What a slender waist, hard to find in the world." He sighed in his heart, and his eyes gently swept across her fragile and boneless figure, until they reached her flawless white chest and forehead, and an indescribable feeling surged in his heart.

The person in front of him was actually his ex-daughter-in-law, the former Crown Princess?

At this moment, he seemed to truly see her for the first time. That beauty went beyond appearance and figure. It was the light emanating from the depths of her soul that made people involuntarily intoxicated.

In his memory, she was always a vague shadow, but now, this clarity surprised and delighted him, as if he had discovered a long-hidden treasure.

He couldn't help but wonder when this transformation had begun. If he hadn't known her identity, he might have mistaken it for a carefully planned seduction, but her eyes were pure and flawless, clearly without a trace of deliberateness.

"You should get up too." He finally spoke, with an imperceptible tenderness in his voice.

Zhang Tianai responded softly upon hearing this, but did not dare to stand up. She still maintained that weak kneeling posture. She could feel the gaze from above, just as she expected.

"Your Majesty, your daughter-in-law... Oh, no, I have made many mistakes in the past and brought shame to Your Majesty. This time, I came to pay my respects, to apologize, and to clarify some misunderstandings." Her voice was as thin as a thread, but with a hint of imperceptible tenacity.

"After returning to my parents' home that day, I ate and fell asleep. When I woke up, everything had already happened. I didn't know what had happened, so I couldn't say anything when it happened. I was extremely panicked."

"Only now do I dare to think about the twists and turns in it, but the truth is not clear yet, so I dare not speak rashly. Although I don't know who is behind the scenes, but..." When she said this, there was a bit more sadness in her voice, which made people feel pity.

Murong Shuo listened quietly, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. After she finished speaking, he asked calmly, "Is that all?"

"Yes, Your Majesty." Zhang Tianai lowered her head, and she already had the answer in her heart - the emperor might have already seen through everything, but his silence gave her a glimmer of hope.

"I understand that your mistakes cannot be erased, but your courage in facing them is a testament to your courage." His tone was filled with comfort. "You refuse to bear the stigma, and I admire your persistence. Tell me, how do you wish to atone for your sins?"

She slowly raised her head, her eyes firm and clear, gazing deep into his soul. "Your Majesty, I am willing to use the rest of my life to wash away the past, no matter what the method, as long as I can find peace of mind."

At this moment, the two people's hearts touched lightly inadvertently, causing ripples.

In the slightly hazy light, a pair of beautiful eyes like autumn water flashed with expectation and a hint of imperceptible helplessness.

Murong Shuo's gaze involuntarily followed the figure, and he opened his thin lips slightly: "Do you really realize your mistake?" His gaze slowly moved upwards and fell on Furong's face, which could touch people's hearts even with a casual glance.

A waist as slender as a willow, and delicate fingers that seem to be able to play delicate music.

Even though he had seen countless people, he had to admit that this former daughter-in-law possessed a charm that was enough to make any man take notice. It was a temptation that was revealed inadvertently, which was more deadly than a deliberate temptation.

"Beauty", this word quietly emerged in his mind, it is the most appropriate description of her.

However, at this moment, she lowered her head again in an almost humble manner, her voice filled with sincerity and pleading: "Your Majesty, I am willing to serve you every day for the few days left in my life to atone for my sins. I hope Your Majesty will grant me this."

"Every day?" Murong Shuo's tone was emotionless, as if he was confirming an untrue request.

Zhang Tianai looked up, her eyes gleaming with anticipation. "Yes, Your Majesty. I know you'll be staying at the temple for the next fortnight, so I'd like to take this opportunity to do my best to make amends for past mistakes, even if it's just a tiny token of my appreciation."

Murong Shuo was silent for a moment, then he finally looked away. His tone was unquestionable, "You are weak, you should rest. Why are you making such a fuss?"

Zhang Tianai forced a smile, her body swaying gently, creating a breathtaking scene. "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your concern. I appreciate it. But at this moment, all I have in mind is this: to apologize to Your Majesty. I am willing to do this in exchange for your forgiveness, even if it means being ill."

Murong Shuo's eyes were complicated. He finally spoke, but not out of concern: "You don't have to be like this. The relationship between you and me is no longer that of father-in-law and daughter-in-law. You are no longer the Crown Princess, but an abandoned person."

Zhang Tianai's eyes became more determined when she heard this: "But in my heart, Your Majesty is always worthy of respect and following."

Murong Shuo sighed softly, interrupted her and motioned her to get up: "If you have nothing to do, go back and rest early." Although there was not much warmth in his words, they revealed an indescribable complex emotion.

Zhang Tianai opened her red lips and said softly, "Your Majesty, I will come to serve you later. If Your Majesty needs me now, I am willing to stay here and wait for your instructions."

After she finished speaking, she tried to stand up, but her footing slipped slightly, and her body involuntarily stumbled forward, sending her gently into the emperor's arms.

"Ouch!" With a soft cry, she instinctively grabbed the emperor's clothes in panic. Like a fleeting glimpse, the world of both of them stopped in an instant.

She tried to stand firm, but lost her composure again because of the ripples in her heart. Her hand accidentally touched the emperor's chest. She felt the calmness and warmth unique to the emperor in her palm, which, along with the faint Buddhist fragrance in the air, invaded her heart.

The emperor's heartbeat echoed in her ears like the beat of an ancient drum.

She raised her head and tried to retreat, but her lips almost brushed against the emperor's. At that moment, time seemed to freeze, and her eyes met the emperor's gaze in the air. Thousands of words were unspoken.

"Your Majesty." Her voice trembled slightly, and she could barely form a sentence.

Zhang Tianai's heartbeat quickened, and just as she was about to say something else, she saw Murong Shuo's big hands gently wrap around her waist.

The touch was more delicate than he had imagined, as if he could feel all her tenderness with just a light grip.

However, this heartwarming scene did not last long. The emperor lowered his head and glanced, then loosened his hand, his action revealing a subtle restraint.

Although Zhang Tianai felt disappointed, he quickly adjusted his mindset, knowing full well that haste makes waste.

She gently stepped back, knelt on the ground, and apologized with the utmost humility: "Your Majesty, I was reckless and did not anticipate this accident. It is truly my fault. No matter how Your Majesty punishes me, I have no complaints."

She knew very well that the real temptation lies not in momentary passion, but in long-term preparation and unintentional disclosure.

She slowly drew out the net of temptation, allowing the fish named "Murong Shuo" to fall into her palm voluntarily and inadvertently.

Upon hearing this, Murong Shuo remained silent.

Zhang Tianai raised her head with an almost stubborn attitude at this moment, and said softly but firmly: "Then I will try again."

"Go back." Murong Shuo looked at her at this time, and finally turned around and walked back without looking at her again.

"The future is long, and I will be careful in what I say and do, and live up to Your Majesty's grace." Her words were full of determination and expectation.

Zhang Tianai slowly stepped back, a faint yet confident smile on her lips, and she secretly recalled the subtle contact she had just had with the emperor - his body was tall and solid, and every inch of it exuded the charm of a mature man, which was both awe-inspiring and irresistible.

The aura of abstinence caused ripples in her heart.

As she walked out of the palace, the gazes from all around her shot towards her like sharp swords, but she seemed unaware of it. She just walked quietly, letting those complicated gazes wander over her.

She knew that every move she made would become a topic of conversation for others.

At the same time, on the other side, Liu Pozi and her group were whispering, and the topic revolved around the sudden behavior of the former Crown Princess and the treatment she might face.

They mocked her for overestimating her own abilities, believing that her journey would be in vain and that she would even be ruthlessly rejected by the emperor.

However, fate always seemed to like playing jokes on people. Just as they were discussing the matter, Zhang Tianai returned safely with her group.

A flash of surprise and disdain flashed across Granny Liu's eyes. She couldn't help but sneer, "Oh, weren't you driven back by the Emperor? Don't you see your own status? Can you see the Emperor whenever you want?"

Her tone was full of sarcasm and harshness, as if she wanted to vent all her dissatisfaction and jealousy on Zhang Tianai.

However, Zhang Tianai simply stopped and looked at Liu Pozi with a sharp gaze. Her tone was calm but carried a force that could not be ignored: "I didn't hear what you said just now. Why don't you say it again?"