Reunited With Tai Hua Lei

The two male concubines discreetly observed her from their shadows, their broad shoulders trembling as if they struggled to contain something within — perhaps a fear of retribution from Shen Xian, or something deeper that surpassed mere apprehension.

Without warning, Shen Xian swept his sleeve in a grand gesture, clearing the room of its occupants. His anger simmered beneath the surface, yet his expression held an impenetrable mask. His winter-grey eyes reflected a darkness, and his smile bore the weight of unspoken pressure.

Most would have missed it, but those keen enough to sense the shifting atmosphere would know that even the stoic emperor, known for his unyielding demeanor, could be rattled — all for the sake of a woman whose origins remained a mystery.