She remembered that not long ago, she had accidentally saved a bird that had fallen into a deep pit and received a five-point favorability reward from the emperor.

Although this move may seem insignificant, it unexpectedly reaped rewards.

But obviously this is not a long-term solution. After all, if she does the same thing too many times, people will inevitably think that she is doing it on purpose.

What opportunity should I find to show myself next?

Could there be abandoned kittens or puppies on the streets in the palace waiting to be rescued?

Or, consider it from another perspective and try to do something that more directly reflects the kindness of human nature?

For example, take the initiative to care for and help those low-level eunuchs and palace maids who always silently endure unfair treatment or even malicious bullying?

Just as she was about to fall asleep with her eyes half closed on the soft and comfortable chaise longue, a silent black shadow slipped into her room.

After keenly sensing something unusual, Shen Muxue, who pretended to turn over and change her position to rest, secretly opened her eyes a little.

After seeing that the person coming was Master Kang, he suddenly felt alert and frightened.

The purpose behind Mrs. Kang's actions was very clear - there was no doubt that she wanted to use the power of her son to destroy her reputation and innocence!

This place is quite remote, far away from the main complex of the palace, and all the people serving here are deeply trusted by Mrs. Kang.

So even if she shouted for help, her voice would be ignored and no one would come to check the situation and offer assistance.

Faced with this crisis, Shen Muxue's mind quickly turned to thinking.

If something really happened...

Even if there was no actual harm, the mere fact that someone saw a man in the room was enough to spark endless speculation and criticism. Furthermore, if Master Kang insisted on claiming he had broken in on his own initiative, or even slandered her by saying he had been seduced by her...

After a brief yet extremely long inner struggle, I finally decided to deal with the current predicament with a more calm attitude.

"Cousin, why didn't you tell me in advance that you were coming so I could prepare?"

With a faint smile on his face, he slowly said these words, his voice soft but with a certain authority that could not be ignored.

This sudden change was so unexpected to Master Kang that he stood there in a daze. The determination he had accumulated for a long time and had finally mustered up was almost gone.

"Oh... I just saw that you seemed to have fallen into a sweet dream and didn't want to wake you up."

Although he said this, anyone with a discerning eye could see that the way he had just sneaked into someone else's room was so sneaky that it was hard to believe the truth of his words.

Shen Muxue stood up calmly. Her movements were unhurried, as if she didn't care about anything in the outside world.

She spoke softly, her voice clear and firm, "It's so hot, I can't sleep either. I heard the lotus flowers in the lake are blooming. The delicate petals sway gently on the water, emitting a faint fragrance. It's really beautiful. Cousin, let's go see the lotus flowers together?"

Young Master Kang silently recalled Mrs. Kang's instructions in his heart. He had to take advantage of the fact that the Duke and the Crown Prince were not at home today to capture Shen Muxue, a woman who looked weak but was strong inside.

He knew that this might be his best chance, otherwise he would hardly have such an opportunity in the future.

He felt a little uneasy inside, but he still said, "It's even hotter outside than inside. The heat wave hits me and makes me sweat like rain. How about we chat in your room? It's cooler that way and we don't have to go out."

In fact, he had already made a plan in his mind: wait a moment, Mrs. Kang will bring people to support, and as long as he makes a little move at that time, Shen Muxue will be trapped in a jar and will never be able to escape.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but get excited. He quickened his pace a little, walked to the edge of the couch and sat down, his body pressed tightly against the beautiful girl beside him.

Ah, it smells so good. This is the scent he has been thinking about day and night. He originally thought that such a smell could only belong to King Xuan who was far away from home, but from now on, it will be his own exclusive fragrance.

Thinking of this, Master Kang became even more restless.

However, Shen Muxue felt waves of nausea rising in her heart.

To conceal her discomfort, she picked up the soft handkerchief in her hand and waved it vigorously in the direction of Master Kang, saying bluntly what was in her heart: "There's a breeze blowing by the lake, which must be much fresher than the stuffy air here. Cousin, look, I'm already sweating."

As he spoke, he pointed to the thin layer of sweat on his forehead as evidence.

At this moment, Master Kang's mouth curled up into an ambiguous smile, and he gradually moved closer to the woman in front of him who had been haunting him.

"I see that your face doesn't seem to be sweating at all, sister. How about letting me fan you?"

As soon as he finished speaking, he quickly opened an exquisite paper fan and waved it vigorously in front of the two of them.

Seeing this, Shen Muxue smiled slightly, with a barely perceptible hint of teasing in her eyes.

"My face isn't sweating anymore, but other parts of my body are already getting wet!"

Then, she gently touched Mr. Kang's strong chest with her slender white fingers, then slowly slid across that part and suddenly exerted some force, almost pushing the man opposite to the ground.

"Where exactly are you sweating? Let me take a closer look."

Feeling awkward but with some desire, Master Kang couldn't help but ask.

"Go out, and I'll show you."

Shen Muxue replied coldly and decisively, leaving no room for doubt in her words.

Master Kang was a little hesitant, thinking that his aunt would be here soon. What if he couldn't find her at this time?

"This... is really a headache."

Master Kang muttered to himself.

"Cousin~" Shen Muxue smiled sweetly, with a gentle light in her eyes.

Master Kang's heart was instantly captured by her sweet smile, and his originally frowned brows gradually relaxed, as if the whole world was lit up.

He followed Shen Muxue's steps in a daze and walked towards the lake, hoping that he could stay there a little longer.

On the way to the lake, Shen Muxue took the opportunity to secretly eat the strength-enhancing pills she had prepared.

When she reached her destination, she suddenly took two quick steps, then turned around abruptly and kicked the unsuspecting Mr. Kang with all her strength, hitting him directly in the waist.

Master Kang, who was still thinking about the romantic scene in his dream, did not anticipate this sudden change at all. He was kicked out unexpectedly and fell heavily to the ground. He rolled on the ground in pain, covering the injured area.

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