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After returning from the Empress's palace, Concubine Su Xian, her delicate frame like a frost-bitten flower, slumped exhausted on the couch. Her eyes, as clear as autumn water, were now filled with confusion and thought, her brow furrowed as if trying to twist her tangled thoughts into a single thread. She bit her lower lip and muttered to herself, "This series of incidents is no accident. Someone must be manipulating this." The flickering candlelight danced across her pale face, casting shadows like serpentine snakes, adding to her unease and confusion.

Meanwhile, Lipin's palace was ablaze with lights, as bright as day. The air was thick with the aroma of luxury, lingering between the carved beams and painted buildings. Lipin, clad in a magnificent palace gown embroidered with peonies, swayed her slender waist, a smug smile on her face, yet it shone with a sinister undercurrent. Her narrow eyes narrowed into slits, and as she stroked the glittering golden hairpin in her hair, she chuckled softly, "Hmph, Concubine Su is going to be in dire straits this time. Let's see how she can still act so arrogantly in front of me." With this, she spun triumphantly, her steps light and graceful. The peonies on her skirt swayed with her movements, as if mocking Concubine Su's predicament. Wanpin, clad in a delicate pink dress, sidled up to her, her face full of flattery, her voice sweetly sweet, "Sister, your plan is flawless. Concubine Su will definitely be doomed this time." As she spoke, she gently patted Lipin's hand, her eyes full of fawning, like a lapdog trying to please its master.

Upon returning to the palace, Concubine Ning was like a volcano about to erupt. Her once delicate face was now contorted with rage, her hands clenched into fists, and her body trembled slightly, like a leaf in the wind. Her almond-shaped eyes, wide and bloodshot, gasped for breath, and her hands flailing wildly, frantically smashing everything in the chamber. Broken porcelain lay in a mess on the floor, and the piercing sound echoed through the palace. She cursed like a shrew, "Concubine Su, I will never stand with you!" Her ferocious face, reflected in the shattered porcelain, looked even more terrifying.

In the Queen's Palace, under the dim lights, the Queen sat upright on a phoenix chair, her solemn phoenix robe accentuating her majesty. Her fingers gently tapped the tabletop, making a rhythmic "tap-tap" sound, as if tapping on the fate of everyone. Her eyes were as deep as a pool, difficult to read. Her well-maintained face showed no emotion at the moment, but she was thinking about the matters in the harem that Concubine Su had mentioned earlier, secretly pondering: "What exactly is Concubine Su planning? Is she trying to use me to suppress the other concubines? Humph, I won't be easily used by her, but perhaps this is also a good opportunity to take control of the situation."

Concubine Su called Xiao Taozi over. She looked serious and determined. She raised her chin slightly and said, "Xiao Taozi, you go and check it out carefully. There must be something fishy. Don't miss any clues." After that, she looked at Xiao Taozi sharply, with eagerness and expectation in her eyes, as if Xiao Taozi was her only ray of hope in this darkness.

After receiving the order, Xiao Taozi hurried off to investigate. After a series of twists and turns, she finally found some clues and hurried back to report to Concubine Su. Xiao Taozi was out of breath, with beads of sweat on her forehead and a nervous expression. She knelt down and said, "Your Majesty, I have found out. This matter seems to be related to Concubine Li. However... while I was investigating, I felt like someone was watching me from behind, as if they didn't want me to continue. I was afraid that I would cause more trouble." At this point, Xiao Taozi hesitated, a hint of fear in her eyes, and her body couldn't help but tremble slightly.

Just as Concubine Su Xian was plotting her response to Concubine Li, the Emperor suddenly issued an edict, inviting her to a dinner banquet. Undeterred, Concubine Su Xian prepared herself meticulously, appearing in a lavender palace gown embroidered with lifelike butterflies, seemingly poised to take flight at any moment. Her hair, adorned with perfectly placed pearls and jade, accentuated her elegance and grace. Her steps were delicate and cautious, each one akin to treading on the edge of a knife.

The banquet took place in a pavilion in the Imperial Garden, surrounded by rare flowers, their fragrance filling the air. Inside, exquisitely furnished tables and chairs were laden with delicacies, and golden cups and jade jars shimmered enchantingly in the moonlight. But Concubine Su Xian had no desire to savor the beauty and the food. She seized the opportunity, rose gracefully, bowed to the Emperor, and then spoke slowly, "Your Majesty, I have encountered many setbacks in this palace recently, and I am truly exhausted. I have always been a well-behaved concubine in the harem, never arguing with any of the other sisters, yet I have been unjustly plotted against. I hope Your Majesty will intervene on my behalf." Concubine Su Xian's voice was soft and gentle, with a hint of grievance, but her eyes were firm, and her charming gaze concealed a hint of endearing helplessness. As she spoke, Concubine Su Xian slightly tilted her body, revealing her fair neck, and her gaze flickered across the Emperor with a hint of allure.

The Emperor listened to Concubine Su's confession, his lips curling slightly in a meaningful smile. He wore a bright yellow dragon robe, appearing even more majestic. His gaze was deep, a fiery gaze that seemed to burn through Concubine Su's clothes. He made no effort to conceal his desire, roaming nakedly over her. Su Jin thought to himself, "There are three thousand beauties in the harem, and this man is still so lustful. What he can't have is always what he wants most. Perhaps this is a common problem for men."

Concubine Su Xian's heart trembled, and she suddenly realized: "The old emperor, this old man, is not concerned about my grievances at all, it's clearly not going to let me go." She felt disgusted, but her face remained calm. She was secretly conflicted: "If I refuse directly, it will definitely anger the emperor, but if I obey, how can I be true to my original intention?"

Then, Concubine Su rolled her eyes, glanced at the emperor coquettishly, bit her lip, as if she wanted to say something but hesitated. Then she lowered her head slightly and said worriedly: "Your Majesty, the war on the border is tense now. Military pay and food need to be raised. The people are also displaced by the war and suffering terribly. Whenever I think of this, I can't sleep or eat well. I really don't have the heart to care about love. I am willing to worry about the country with Your Majesty, and I hope Your Majesty will put state affairs first." After saying this, she folded her hands in front of her, her expression sincere, and her pitiful appearance made people unable to refuse.

Seeing Concubine Su Xian like this, the servants around her were all puzzled. Some palace maids secretly looked up at Concubine Su Xian, then quickly lowered their heads, secretly speculating in their hearts: "Is Concubine Su Xian an idiot? How dare she refuse the emperor's favor?"

The emperor's face darkened slightly, and there was a hint of dissatisfaction in his voice: "My beloved concubine, do you really not understand my feelings?"

At this moment, the Empress slowly arrived, led by a palace maid. It turned out that Concubine Su Xian had used the excuse of a harem matter to ask the Emperor to invite the Empress.

Although the Queen was somewhat puzzled by Concubine Su's actions, she maintained a dignified demeanor. In her heart, she was wondering, "Did Concubine Su call me here to play peacemaker, or does she have another scheme? Let's see how she performs."

Concubine Su Xian hurried forward, bowed respectfully, and then carefully led the queen to the emperor.

The Queen thought to herself, "What on earth is this Concubine Su up to?"

Concubine Su Xian stepped aside, but did not take a seat. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she sobbed like a pear blossom in the rain, "Your Majesty, General He is guarding the border, and Sister He Shufei has been confined to Rouyi Palace for a long time. I am afraid this is not appropriate. I dare to ask Your Majesty to reconsider."

Upon hearing this, the Emperor frowned slightly, thinking to himself, "The He family's influence in the court is growing, and now Concubine Su is pleading for mercy. Could there really be something fishy going on? I must be vigilant and not let them threaten my kingdom."

Concubine Su Xian was thinking, "Old woman, I'm giving you this fiery old man again today. I'm being very considerate. You better remember this and stop targeting me."

Finally, the dinner ended in a delicate and tense atmosphere. Concubine Su wiped her sweat and thought to herself, "Old woman, just wish you good luck. No need to thank me!" Suddenly, a wild cat's cry was heard in the distance, sounding particularly eerie and terrifying in the silent palace.