Yan Qing returned to the courtyard and entered the room, only to see Ling Hua lying on the bed, her eyes fixed on the ceiling, deep in thought and motionless.
In front of His Majesty today, she could be described as completely victorious, having trampled Xiao Ze underfoot and lifted Xiao Zhen to the clouds. Her words were so convincing that even Yan Qing admired her for being reasoned and measured, capturing the Emperor's attention without inciting His wrath or punishment.
As His Majesty said, her actions were indeed greatly rebellious, but she chose the best moment to use herself to dissolve this rebellion.
He chuckled to himself, thinking how fortunate Xiao Zhen was to have her painstakingly scheming on his behalf, carefully choosing her words even while lying sick in bed, all for his sake.
Yan Qing approached the bed and pinched her cheek.
Ling Hua made a "yi" sound, returning to her senses and playfully scolding, "Brother, why are you pinching me?"
