Chapter 1273 - 30: The Emperor Became a Dog

"I have been ill recently, feeling unwell, so I haven’t had time to visit you," the Emperor said.

"Your Majesty, I am guilty." Suddenly, the Imperial Concubine Shu knelt down directly, pleading guilty with fear and trepidation.

"What is it?" The Emperor was startled, asking in confusion.

"I did not know that dog belonged to the Princess, nor that it was given to her by the Empress Dowager. I failed to restrain the servants, allowing them to mistakenly hurt that little dog. It was my failure to manage them properly, I ask Your Majesty for punishment," Imperial Concubine Shu said self-reproachfully, kneeling on the ground.

The Emperor was already astounded in his heart.

If he hadn’t experienced it firsthand, he would have truly believed Imperial Concubine Shu’s words.

This tactic of retreating to advance is truly brilliant.

This woman is indeed formidable.

"It’s not your fault, beloved concubine, please get up, the ground is cold." The Emperor suppressed the discomfort in his heart, reached out to help Imperial Concubine Shu up. Heaven knows how much he wanted to push this woman to the ground and expose her lies. However, to uncover the conspiracy of the Cao Family, the Emperor forced himself to endure the humiliation and feign friendliness with this woman.

"As long as Your Majesty is not angry with me." Only then did Imperial Concubine Shu stand up with the Emperor’s assistance, and then suddenly her face changed, touching her belly, she said, "Ah, Your Majesty, the prince is kicking me, touch here."

If it were before, the Emperor would have been ecstatic to share this moment with Imperial Concubine Shu. But now the Emperor felt extremely repulsed, yet had to cooperate outwardly.

"Is it? Let me see," the Emperor said with a false smile, quickly touching Imperial Concubine Shu’s belly, "No, perhaps the child is not big enough, only you can feel it. You must take care of your health, rest well, and try not to go out if possible. As for the Empress Dowager, I will explain. Since you are pregnant, I won’t stay here to disturb your rest."

After speaking, the Emperor stood up, seeing Imperial Concubine Shu’s somewhat astonished look, he added, "Although you cannot go out leisurely, you can summon your family into the palace to accompany you."

Imperial Concubine Shu’s face once again showed a sweet smile, knowing that the Emperor still had her in mind. Letting family accompany her in the palace, such an honor, only she could have it.

After the Emperor reminded Imperial Concubine Shu to take care of her health, he left with his entourage.

Once the Emperor was gone, Imperial Concubine Shu’s face fell.

"Liu Yin, go find out where the Emperor is heading next. I must see which vixen has seduced the Emperor," Imperial Concubine Shu said in a cold tone.

"But, my lady, surely not, the Emperor is devoted to you," Liu Yin said somewhat startled.

"I told you to go, so go! Although the Emperor still cares for me, he is noticeably different from before," Imperial Concubine Shu said angrily.

"Yes," Liu Yin, hearing this, with a face of astonishment, still bowed in agreement and hurried out to inquire.

Imperial Concubine Shu sat down, her face grim, waiting for news.

Liu Yin soon returned, nervously reporting that the Emperor went to Cao Guiren’s place.

"That wench!" Imperial Concubine Shu flipped the tea set on the table to the ground in anger, stood up, and cursed, "I knew this little fox wasn’t honest at all. Want to replace me, she should see if she has that fate!"

"But, my lady, the master said Cao Guiren entered the palace to assist you, now the Emperor goes to her, isn’t it just right?" Liu Yin said.

"Shut up! What is she anyway? I don’t need anyone’s help!" Imperial Concubine Shu slapped Liu Yin’s face.

Liu Yin lowered her head, not daring to speak. Just a trace of resentment flashed in her eyes.