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"Oops, Cain, I'm sorry, it's all my fault, I got your clothes wet..."

After crying for an unknown amount of time, Shangguan Wan'er came to her senses and left Cain's embrace in a flustered and reluctant manner. She looked at Cain with her red and swollen, teary eyes and said in a voice that was tinged with guilt and shyness.

"It's alright, my ocean-like embrace will always be open to you."

Cain understood Shangguan Wan'er's feelings, and without caring about the wetness he felt on his chest, he tenderly wiped away the tears that were still hanging on the corners of Shangguan Wan'er's eyes, his gaze as gentle as water.

"Pfft, what kind of analogy is that? It's really strange, haha." Shangguan Wan'er burst into laughter through her tears, playfully patted his chest, and blushed.

That last sentence... was so cunning! How can I consider you a friend now?

Shangguan Wan'er looked at Cain's face and thought to herself with dissatisfaction.

"You've cried enough, haven't you? You've vented everything, so it's time to cheer up again," Cain said with a smile. He brushed a strand of hair from the corner of her mouth and patted her head.

That warm smile entered Shangguan Wan'er's eyes, drifted into her heart and took root. She was enveloped in warmth, and her vision seemed clearer than ever before. She had never wanted to imprint Cain's face so deeply into her mind.

"Thank you, Cain. You're the best friend I've ever met!" Shangguan Wan'er hugged Cain and said emotionally, her arms tightly wrapped around his waist.

This touch, which I don't dislike and is even warm, along with this unique feeling, I seem to...

Shangguan Wan'er vaguely sensed the change in her mindset. Things were different now; she was no longer a servant.

"No need to thank me. You said yourself that we are good friends, so this is probably the best reward for me." Looking at Shangguan Wan'er, who had regained her spirits, he smiled sincerely.

"The hatred you carried has all vanished. Now you should think carefully about your future plans and get ready to start a new life."

He did not refuse Shangguan Wan'er's embrace, gently stroking her hair like an older brother, his movements tender and full of care.

For a moment, the two enjoyed the warm atmosphere.

"Ahem, have I disturbed you?"

A majestic female voice rang out, instantly shattering the beautiful atmosphere. It turned out that Empress Wu Zetian had arrived. She was standing outside the courtyard gate, looking at the two embracing, her bright eyes filled with inexplicable emotions, a half-smile on her face.

"Ah, Your Majesty?!" Shangguan Wan'er was immediately startled. Although reluctant, she quickly separated from Cain and respectfully bowed, saying:

"Welcome, Your Majesty. Is there anything I can do to help you?"

Oh no, His Majesty actually saw such a shameful side of me...

Shangguan Wan'er's mind was in turmoil, and her face was full of tension.

"Uh, Your Majesty, the weather is really nice today." Cain felt a little embarrassed under Wu Zetian's scrutinizing gaze.

What is Wu Zetian doing here? Does she have so much free time? Shouldn't she be reviewing documents and memorials?

Cain was puzzled.

"No need for formalities. I am not here to see you today, but to see Cain. You may leave." Wu Zetian walked up to Shangguan Wan'er, waved her hand, and looked at Cain beside her.

"Yes." Upon hearing that they were looking for Cain, Shangguan Wan'er stepped aside with a slightly dejected look, her eyes filled with disappointment.

"Your Majesty, may I ask what brings you to me?" Cain was taken aback.

"Come with me first, it's not appropriate to talk here." Wu Zetian waved her hand and turned to leave the courtyard.

Cain hesitated for a moment, then looked at Shangguan Wan'er, gave her a reassuring look, and followed Wu Zetian.

……

This is another corner of the Daming Palace, where Wu Zetian led Cain to this remote place.

“Your Majesty, may I ask…” Cain was about to speak when her next action stunned him.

"You seem a bit restless."

Wu Zetian turned around and pressed Cain against the wall, her curvaceous figure pressed tightly against him. She hooked his chin with her jade-like fingers and said softly, her sweet breath constantly breathing on his face.

"Your Majesty, what are you saying?" Faced with that gaze, Cain broke out in a cold sweat, his heart pounding instantly.

"Although it's normal for men to have multiple wives and concubines, and to be fickle, don't forget who has taken a liking to you. Shangguan Wan'er is someone by my side. I won't hold it against you this time, but if I find you being intimate with other strange women, don't blame me for being impolite. I can't bear to hurt you, but other women might be different..." Wu Zetian said coldly, her voice tinged with jealousy.

"Of course, if you agree to become my person, I won't say anything more, after all, you will be my concubine in the future..." Wu Zetian said, with a hint of temptation.

Hmph, that's assuming you still have that much energy back then, but that won't happen, because I'll drain you dry—not a single drop left—and make you my conqueror!

Wu Zetian silently added what she hadn't finished saying in her mind. She smiled to herself, looking at Cain as if she were looking at prey.

"But if you don't agree, you'd better not challenge my bottom line in front of me—" Wu Zetian's tone was domineering, yet tinged with a hint of jealousy.

"I understand, Your Majesty."

“Besides, I’m not that kind of person. I was just comforting Wan’er. We’re just friends.” Cain felt it was necessary to correct Wu Zetian’s mistaken impression of him.

"That would be best." Wu Zetian gave Cain a meaningful look.

"Then..." Cain breathed a sigh of relief, but before he could utter a single word, soft lips covered his own.

"Hmm..." Cain opened his eyes wide, looking into the Empress's eyes. Each of his pupils reflected the two of them, and they gradually became misty with tears. His heart was filled with turmoil.

"This is compensation. Don't do it again next time, or it will be even more serious. But your skills have improved a lot since last time." Wu Zetian, like a conqueror, licked her lips and smiled charmingly, captivating everyone.

“You’re not bad either, Your Majesty.” Cain’s face was flushed, and his eyes held a hint of defiance; he was determined to seize the initiative if given the chance.

“That’s why I said we’re a perfect match,” Wu Zetian said with a smile, releasing Cain.

"You didn't come to me just for this, did you?" Cain twisted his wrist, trying to calm himself down.

"Of course, this is just a side note; I'm looking for you because of Ming Shiyin."

Wu Zetian's smile faded, and she spoke seriously, her expression becoming solemn. When it came to serious matters, she transformed into the Empress, and the image of a peerless, beautiful woman vanished.

"So Your Majesty already knew." Cain also looked solemn.

“That’s right, Ming Shiyin was a talent I had my eye on. I never expected you to expose his evil nature so easily. Such a talented diviner is gone. This is a great loss for me,” Wu Zetian said regretfully.

“But Ming Shiyin’s actions have violated the law. Talented and virtuous people are of the highest caliber, those without talent and virtue are of the middle caliber, and those with talent but no virtue are of the lowest caliber. Your Majesty, even if he is a genius, or even a peerless prodigy, he cannot be kept if he lacks virtue. Moreover, he may be the mastermind behind the treason case.”

"I speak sincerely," Cain said, his gaze firm and upright, speaking from Wu Zetian's perspective.

"Hahaha, what a fine saying, 'Talent without virtue is a bad thing.' I am very pleased. How many people can say such a thing? The law is the foundation of the country and cannot favor anyone. Rest assured, I have already issued an arrest warrant for Ming Shiyin. The questioning just now was just to see how my favorite person would answer. After listening to it today, I can tell that your talent can definitely assist me. It's just a pity that your ambition is not in this field."

Wu Zetian laughed heartily, her eyes filled with admiration, and her desire to conquer Cain grew stronger.

"But I still need to compensate my wounded heart for losing such talented people, how about... another round?" Wu Zetian looked at Cain's lips, a hint of mischief in her eyes.

"what?"

Before Cain could say anything more, she kissed him again.

"Wait, wait a minute... um..."

……