Snowy Retrospect

The 'tragic' truth tells us that time-traveling is a technical skill, and clearly, Ye Zao was mediocre at it. Being duped by her own penny-pinching uncle into becoming a lowly concubine in someone else's house was bad enough, but why did it have to be in Fourth Master's residence?
Being just a mere Concubine, how was she to get by? The starting point was too low, the background too poor, the bargaining chips too few! The big BOSS had too much HP, and every mini BOSS was lethal! After much deliberation, playing the virtuous act would get her killed, because there was Lady Ulaanala ahead of her. Playing the shrew would also lead to death, for there was Li Consort Fujin behind her. Bearing sons wasn't permitted, yet not bearing them left her with no support—what a conundrum of a life! Having finally maneuvered her way from the residence into the palace, she still had The Empress Dowager on top, who disliked her for not looking dignified enough!
Fortunately, Fourth Master didn't mind, and he secretly quite fancied her undignified looks! Ye Zao's goal was to live a good life, clothed in silk and jewels, exalted and lofty.

The Favorite Mate of Prince

"'I said you were wrong, and that means you're wrong!' Can you still talk back? I see you've lost all manners!" Fourth Master said with a stern face.


But it was clear to anyone that he was putting on an act.


"Your concubine dares not," Ye Zao lowered her head, shrinking into herself.


Even though Fourth Master knew she was acting, he still felt pity for her. Involuntarily, his voice softened, "Alright, since you've upset the Empress Dowager, I can't just ignore it."


Fourth Master paused, "You'll be confined to your room for seven days to reflect on your mistakes."


"Yes, your concubine thanks His Majesty," Ye Zao quickly replied, her voice indescribably low and pitiful.


"Alright, sit down. The Empress Dowager summoned you here today, so finish today before you begin your confinement," Fourth Master added.


"Your concubine will obey the order," Ye Zao replied and sat down.


Inside, the Empress Dowager was truly...


Chapter 0612