After a broken heart, I traveled through time and space and became an abandoned concubine. My fate i

In the morning, sunlight filtered through the thin veils, gently filtering into Concubine Su Xian's chamber. Sitting alone at her dressing table, she gazed at herself in the mirror, her eyes filled with loneliness and sorrow. The room was filled with the faint scent of sandalwood. A quilt embroidered with delicate floral and bird designs lay neatly folded on the bed, and the curtains fluttered gently around her. Deep within the palace, despite her opulence and wealth, she often found herself thinking of her modern family.

She thought back to the present, when her parents traveled for work year-round, allowing her to spend only a few brief moments with them during holidays. Her grandparents cared for her meticulously on weekdays. Her grandmother's warm smile and meticulously prepared breakfast in the morning, her grandfather's expectant figure at the door in the evening—these images constantly surfaced in her mind. But now, trapped in this seemingly luxurious yet restrictive palace, even with the power to call the shots, she couldn't reunite with her family. Her heart was filled with anguish and regret, weighing heavily on her, so much so that she had no appetite for breakfast.

At this moment, the shrill yet resounding voice of Eunuch Wang shattered the silence: "Empress Su Xianfei, by His Majesty's order, you are invited to the Imperial Kitchen for breakfast."

Concubine Su Xian was lost in thoughts of her family, her thoughts tangled like a tangled mess, and she had no time to even consider this sudden decree. She angrily roared, "This brat is incessant and annoying! I'm free and easy in the modern world, so I don't have to deal with this kind of nonsense! I won't serve you. I can't even eat, yet I'm trying to please you. What a waste of time!!"

Yet, she dared not betray the slightest hint of emotion. She quickly gathered her composure, stood up, bowed slightly, forced a submissive smile, and spoke softly, a voice faint with a hint of weakness: "Thank you, Your Majesty, for your grace. I would be delighted to attend and share this heartwarming occasion with you. However, I have been feeling very unwell lately, catching a cold, feeling dizzy and weak. If I were to force myself to go, I fear my haggard appearance would ruin your appetite and disturb your pleasure. In that case, I would be guilty of a thousand deaths. I hope Your Majesty will forgive me. When I feel better, I will dress carefully and serve you in return for your kindness."

Upon hearing this, Eunuch Wang's face lit up with surprise, his thin eyebrows furrowing slightly. He carefully examined Concubine Su, his eyes filled with doubt, and then he cautiously advised, "Your Majesty, this is truly a kind gesture from His Majesty. The Emperor's grace is immense, and it is truly a rare favor. Many of the other ladies in the harem have begged for it, but it would be difficult for me to explain to His Majesty if you refuse."

Concubine Su bit her lip lightly, a hint of pleading in her eyes as she spoke again, "Eunuch, I am indeed ill, and I am not shirking my duties. I know that Your Majesty's grace is invaluable, but in this situation, I am truly unable to do anything. I hope that Eunuch can speak a few good words for me in front of His Majesty."

Eunuch Wang shook his head helplessly, sighed deeply, and said, "Well, your Majesty, you should have a good rest. I will go back and report to His Majesty." After that, he turned and left. His footsteps were a little heavy, and his figure walked farther and farther away in the long palace corridor until he disappeared.

Eunuch Wang returned to the imperial kitchen and reported to the emperor in a timid manner. Seeing Eunuch Wang return alone, the emperor flew into a rage, slamming the table and shouting, "How dare Concubine Su disobey my order!"

Eunuch Wang quickly knelt and said tremblingly, "Your Majesty, please calm down. Concubine Su Xian has claimed to be unwell and has caught a cold. She is unable to come. I hope Your Majesty will show mercy."

The emperor's face was gloomy, his eyes filled with anger and doubt. He snorted coldly, "Unwell? Humph, I want to see if she is really ill or just faking it!"