A concubine? You're more like a joke. I'd rather send you to your death.

These words nearly made Liu Yulan faint. Her face flushed red with shame and indignation.

That damned little bitch dared to say that in public, making her lose face.

Everyone had forgotten about it, but after this was mentioned today, some people kept glancing at Liu Yulan and Gu Yanjin.

The Empress's gentle smile vanished, replaced by a sharp gaze fixed on Bai Luoluo.

It sounded like a question, or perhaps a puzzle.

Was this bastard lying to her? Had she told Bai Hao about the Gu worm?

Upon realizing this, the Empress was filled with panic.

No wonder Bai Hao suddenly agreed to the wedding and even rushed to set a date.

"How can Miss Bai be so shameless as to slander the future Third Prince's consort?"

Prime Minister Liu's eyes were cold, and his voice was filled with anger.

How dare you say such a thing, you little bitch! You deserve to die, just as despicable as Bai Hao.

"Prime Minister Liu knows the word 'shame,' but I thought you didn't." Bai Luoluo looked at her fingernails, her eyes full of disdain. "Sister Liu and the Third Prince had an affair. Many of us here have witnessed it live. Since Prime Minister Liu knows what shame is, he shouldn't stand up and make excuses."

Upon hearing this, everyone present covered their faces and chuckled, whispering among themselves.

Prime Minister Liu choked on his breath, clutching his chest, his face extremely pale.

What a silver tongue she has! Such a vile woman must never marry the Third Prince as a concubine.

"Sister Luo'er, why are you doing this?" Liu Yulan's face was slightly pale, and tears welled up in her eyes. "Since you love the Third Prince, why do you hate me because of love and slander me everywhere? If you really can't let go of the Third Prince, then don't marry the Prince of Xiling. If Sister Luo'er is willing, the Third Prince can take you as a concubine."

As she spoke, Liu Yulan glanced at Gu Yanchi, her eyes seeming to express pity, yet also as if to say, "You've been used."

That's a brilliant two-birds-with-one-stone move. No wonder she's the female lead in the book; she's got some brains.

Bai Luoluo offered some praise to Liu Yulan, but that was all.

"Miss Liu is truly magnanimous." Bai Luoluo smiled contemptuously. "It was Miss Liu who had an affair with someone else. Now she's putting on this aggrieved act for whom? If you hadn't been so despicable, you would still be an innocent person. Why bother with this hypocrisy? As for the Third Prince, I have already made it clear that I will marry no one but the Prince of Xiling in this life."

Gu Yanchi's eyes suddenly deepened, instantly filled with endless tenderness and affection, as if countless threads of emotion were surging and tightly entwined between the two of them.

Turning around, Bai Luoluo met his gaze, her eyes radiating a smile as dazzling as countless stars.

Seeing their actions, both the Emperor and Bai Hao understood the meaning behind it; the two had feelings for each other.

"You... you actually fell in love with someone else so quickly."

Liu Yulan's face showed an expression of disbelief.

No.........

Bai Luoluo was the stepping stone for her to ascend to the position of Empress, how could she marry Gu Yanchi?

She looked at Gu Yanjin and saw that his eyes seemed to be coated with poison, sinister and terrifying, and his face was full of ferocity.

The Empress Dowager didn't say that Bai Luoluo was just acting; she always loved herself.

Is this all an act? Why am I so incredibly jealous? Her gaze should follow him for life.

The Empress scrutinized Bai Luoluo, disbelieving her words.

She must have said that to gain Gu Yanchi's trust.

Having been infatuated with Jin'er for many years, she wouldn't easily change her mind. Besides, Gu Yanchi's face was already disfigured, making him an ugly person; she wouldn't be interested in such a man.

At this moment, the Empress did not believe it at all and was still confident that Bai Luoluo was still her pawn.

"Your Majesty, since the two are in love, the wedding date should be set."

Bai Hao looked at him, his tone tinged with a hint of relief.

Her beloved daughter has finally grown up and found someone she loves.

"The Prince of Xiling and Bai Luoluo are deeply in love and will be married in ten days on an auspicious day."

The Emperor made the final decision.

"My son, I would like to thank my father for your success."

"Your Majesty, I thank you for granting my request."

Gu Yanchi and Bai Luoluo bowed slightly, a hint of secret joy showing in their eyes.

The wedding is finally here.

Bai Hao's face was full of smiles. "Your Majesty, I thank you."

"My dear minister, there's no need for such formalities. If you're going to express your gratitude, you'd be better off having a few more drinks with me."

"It's natural."

Some were happy while others were sad. Gu Yanjin's group had dark faces and no appetite.

If Gu Yanchi comes to power, their plans will be in vain.

The Empress gripped the cup tightly in her hand. At that moment, Bai Luoluo looked at her and nodded symbolically to the Empress. This gesture confirmed the Empress's suspicions.

After the hunt, Gu Yanchi exploded and died, and his wedding was completely canceled ten days later.

The Empress's mood improved considerably, and she looked at Bai Luoluo with tenderness and affection.

"This is the glass phoenix hairpin that I wore when I got married. Today I will give it to Miss Bai."

As the empress spoke, she took the hairpin off her head.

The palace maid reached out and took it, then came to Bai Luoluo's side.

Liu Yulan was furious. This was a symbol of her future daughter-in-law, why was it being given to this wretched woman?

Gu Yanjin was puzzled and didn't understand what was wrong with his mother, who was now treating Bai Luoluo with such kindness.

Looking at the glass hairpin in front of her, Bai Luoluo reached out and took it.

"Thank you, Her Majesty, for the reward."

Seeing that Bai Luoluo accepted it, the Empress smiled knowingly.

How could a stupid person suddenly change their nature?

snort!

The acting had to be realistic; she had to play this pawn well so that she could launch a counterattack later.

Gu Yanchi looked at Bai Luoluo as she took the hairpin, his eyes filled with displeasure and even resentment.

Sensing his subtle mood, Bai Luoluo's eyes, as clear as autumn water, playfully winked at him, looking incredibly cute and alluring, perfectly embodying the character she was at that moment.

Gu Yanchi's heart pounded uncontrollably, his ear tips flushed slightly, and he smiled as he drank a glass of wine after being teased in public.

His little Luo'er is really naughty! How should he punish her?!

Looking at her, Gu Yanchi's gaze became intense, his deep affection undisguised, a naked display of doting.

Bai Luoluo lowered her eyes shyly.

The man's eyes were so intense, as if they were burning every inch of her skin; she was finding it hard to resist.

Seeing her fleeing gaze, Gu Yanchi was in a good mood and smiled broadly.

The palace banquet ended amidst tedious small talk, with Emperor Yu then leaving Bai Hao for a heart-to-heart talk.

Bai Luoluo could only admire the moon alone outside the palace when the Empress came over with a group of palace maids.

"My daughter pays homage to the Queen."

Bai Luoluo bowed slightly.

"No need for formalities, we'll all be family from now on."

The Queen spoke gently and waved her hand, dismissing everyone.

Nausea, wanting to vomit.

Bai Luoluo was disgusted.

"Your Majesty is right."

"When you marry Jin'er, you will be my rightful daughter-in-law."

The Empress sat in her chair, speaking in a casual tone, her face gentle as she looked at Bai Luoluo, but her eyes held a hint of disgust.