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In the afternoon, the lazy sun slanted across the tranquil lake, a gentle breeze stirring, bringing no cooling effect but rather a deepening unease. In the pavilion in the center of the lake, Concubine Su and His Majesty sat opposite each other, sipping fragrant tea together. The waters rippled gently, and koi fish frolicked in the water, their dazzling tails flickering as they sometimes leaped from the surface, sometimes darting beneath lotus leaves, creating ripples. Surrounding the pavilion, several weeping willows swayed gracefully, their branches dancing in the breeze like green ribbons. In the nearby flowerbeds, a riot of color competed for beauty, some nodding gently in the breeze, others swaying, petals falling, as if expressing unfathomable secrets. In the sky, the clouds shifted unpredictably, sometimes resembling pure white cotton wool, sometimes gathering into thick masses, as if imbuing the pavilion with an air of mystery.

Noble Concubine Su took a sip of tea, her gaze drifting towards the distant lake. She spoke slowly, "Your Majesty, life in this palace may seem prosperous, but in reality, I often feel lonely and helpless." Her voice was filled with sorrow, and her brows knitted slightly, like the wind-rippled water of the lake, pitiful and delicate. As she spoke, her fingers gently twirled the corner of her clothes, revealing her inner uneasiness.

His Majesty put down his teacup, his eyes full of concern, his brows unconsciously furrowed as he asked, "Why do you say that, my beloved concubine?"

Concubine Su lowered her head slightly and sighed softly, "I've often dreamed of being with my family lately, but when I wake up, I find myself alone in this deep palace, unable to see them. My heart is overwhelmed with sorrow." Tears welled up in the corners of her eyes, like dewdrops dangling from lotus leaves, filled with endless longing and sorrow. She recalled the time before entering the palace, sitting together with her family, filled with laughter, the love of her parents, the playful play of her brothers and sisters—it was such a warm memory. But now, in this deep palace, despite the splendor, she felt an immense loneliness.

His Majesty felt a surge of guilt and hurriedly said, "My beloved, I was negligent. I will compensate you double. I will give you rare jewels from the Western Regions, have my craftsmen create unique and magnificent clothing for you, and build you an even more luxurious palace."

Concubine Su shook her head slightly, but in her heart she was calculating how much benefit these rewards could bring to herself. She said, "Although your majesty's favor is great, all I ask for is your true companionship. I'm afraid this is ultimately just a mirage, like a dream." Her eyes revealed deep confusion and uneasiness, and her gaze was like the erratic mist on the lake, making it difficult to grasp.

Upon hearing this, His Majesty eagerly grasped her hand and said with a resolute gaze, "My beloved, my true love for you is known to all, you must trust me."

Concubine Su was half-hearted, as if she wanted to withdraw her hand, yet with a hint of reluctance. A flicker of determination flashed in her eyes, and she thought to herself, "Although I have control over Your Majesty's heart, I still need to further consolidate it."

Concubine Su said coquettishly, "Your Majesty, it's not that I don't trust you, but the hearts of people in this palace are unpredictable and treacherous. I am always afraid of losing your favor one day." Her voice was sobbing, like a weak willow branch in the wind, which made people feel pity.

His Majesty held her hand tightly and said solemnly: "Don't worry, my beloved concubine. My feelings are as firm as a rock and will never change."

Concubine Su tilted her head slightly, gazing at His Majesty, her eyes filled with affection and expectation, a gaze that seemed to hold a thousand words. "Your Majesty, I wish to remain by your side forever. I only ask that you please do not let me down." At that moment, a withered yellow leaf drifted quietly over and landed on her shoulder, as if a hint of the fickleness of fate.

His Majesty said with emotion: "My beloved, I will never let you down."

At this time, the breeze blew again, blowing Concubine Su's hair. Her face looked even more beautiful and charming in the breeze, but also revealed a bit of sadness.

Imperial Concubine Su leaned lightly on His Majesty's shoulder and whispered, "Your Majesty, I feel at ease with your words." Her voice was so thin that it seemed as if it would be blown away by the wind at any time.

His Majesty gently stroked her hair and said tenderly, "My beloved, I will definitely spend more time with you in the future and never let you feel lonely again."

Concubine Su nodded slightly, a barely perceptible smile playing on her lips. She knew she had succeeded in deepening His Majesty's feelings for her.

At this moment, there was a sudden sound of hurried footsteps. It turned out to be the Empress's maid, coming to deliver a message. The maid, with a hurried look on her face, bowed slightly and said, "Your Majesty, the Empress wishes to see you." This sudden interruption caused the atmosphere between Concubine Su and His Majesty to stagnate.

After the palace maids left, Concubine Su stood up, walked to the edge of the pavilion, looked at the lake and said, "Your Majesty, look at this lake. It seems calm, but it is actually bottomless. I often feel like I'm walking on thin ice and trembling with fear in this palace." Her figure looked thin and lonely in the afterglow of the setting sun, and her body was trembling slightly.

His Majesty walked up behind her, hugged her waist tightly, and said firmly: "Don't be afraid, my beloved concubine. I am here to protect you."

Concubine Su turned around, tears glistening in her eyes, her voice trembling slightly: "Your Majesty, I believe you. But the days in this palace are long and endless, and I am really afraid that one day..." The voice was filled with endless sorrow, as if it was the cry of a lone goose coming from afar, heartbreaking.

His Majesty interrupted her: "My beloved, please stop saying such depressing things. I will make sure you are forever happy and worry-free."

Concubine Su leaned gently in His Majesty's arms, but her mind was rapidly thinking about her next plan.