Transmigrated as the Villainous Emperor's Disaster-Bringing Concubine - Chapter 4

Xiao Shizhi gazed at the beautiful woman inside the window, her heart swelling with affection.

She did not disturb Bai Fuxue, merely watching quietly from outside.

Just then, a young eunuch stealthily entered the courtyard from the rear, sneaking furtively toward the food box that had not yet been taken in by Songluo.

Inside, Bai Fuxue seemed completely unaware, happily gnawing on a duck.

Xiao Shizhi: “…”

How carefree.

Xiao Shizhi silently approached the young eunuch from behind and overheard him speaking to another:

“We should just hurry and pledge our allegiance to Prince Su. Serving by the consort’s side offers no future.”

“Exactly. The Emperor has only visited once. How foolish she doesn’t even know how to properly curry favor with His Majesty.”

“Look at the life she leads. Even a lowly servant like me can earn five taels of silver just by doing a few tasks.”

“What kind of consort is she? A consort in the cold palace is no different from a servant.”

The young eunuch pulled a small porcelain bottle from his sleeve and poured red powder from it.

He evenly sprinkled it into the winter melon and pork rib soup.

Instantly, the powder vanished without a trace.

Xiao Shizhi frowned and muttered to herself, “Arsenic? Prince Su.”

The eunuch grumbled under his breath, “Bai Fuxue was the late Emperor’s noble consort. Playing the chaste martyr, refusing to submit to His Majesty. If that’s the case, why not just hang herself with a white silk ribbon?”

As the two eunuchs chattered away, they suddenly noticed a tall figure standing before them,

In Bai Fuxue’s bowl, the duck skin was tender yet firm, not greasy, and the meat inside was dense and flavorful. The Imperial Kitchen had prepared it meticulously, leaving no trace of the fowl’s gamey odor.

With one bite, the savory marinade burst from the meat, making one crave two bowls of rice in a single sitting.

Bai Fuxue: This life is truly wonderful.

Before she could pick up her chopsticks again, a eunuch’s scream from the backyard startled her.

Songluo rushed over, her small face twisted with anxiety.

The two eunuchs were pale with terror, shrieking, “Your Majesty, spare us! We are innocent!”

From the shadows, Xiao Shizhi’s dark eyes coolly observed the servants on the ground, her fingers idly stroking the jade pendant at her waist.

Xiao Shizhi said coldly, “Prince Su ordered you to poison her.”

The two eunuchs looked up in sudden terror, forgetting even to defend themselves.

One eunuch trembled, “This lowly servant was blinded by greed, I.”

The two eunuchs were at a complete loss for words. If they admitted Prince Su’s involvement, he would surely not spare them. If they didn’t, the Emperor would show no mercy either…

A dead end either way.

Xiao Shizhi ordered the people behind her, “For attempting to harm a consort and uttering foul words, execute them by clubbing.”

In the darkness, Xiao Shizhi’s eyes grew even more profound.

She sneered, “Prince Su, my dear uncle.”

If Bai Fuxue were to die mysteriously in the palace, the Bai family, a military clan guarding the borders, would surely be utterly disheartened.

Xiao Shizhi shifted her gaze to Bai Fuxue, who was not wearing a light veil, and raised an eyebrow:

“Are you frightened?”

Bai Fuxue watched as the two eunuchs were dragged away. She covered her mouth, her body trembling with fear, though she didn’t actually feel much.

After all, Bai Fuxue’s own life was hanging by a thread, how could she afford to show compassion?

Bai Fuxue said weakly, “This humble consort greets Your Majesty.”

Songluo, beside her, was nearly frightened out of her wits. She tugged at Bai Fuxue’s sleeve and whispered, “Your Highness, quickly kneel and pay respects ”

Xiao Shizhi: “…”

Only then did Bai Fuxue slowly kneel, the savory taste of the duck marinade still lingering on her lips.

Xiao Shizhi waved his hand, signaling her to rise, then returned to the house and sat at the dining table.

Xiao Shizhi said with a complicated expression, “You seem to be living quite comfortably.”

Bai Fuxue sat directly opposite him, causing Songluo to watch in horror.

Her Highness is far too bold! The Emperor hasn’t even permitted her to sit yet!

Bai Fuxue placed a piece of duck meat into Xiao Shizhi’s bowl and said softly,

“Life must go on, after all.”

Xiao Shizhi: “.”

The young beauty wore only a dudou on her upper body, paired with loose linen trousers below.

The outfit accentuated her slender waist, rounded shoulders, and delicate, snow-white collarbones perfectly.

The warm fragrance emanating from her filled the dimly lit room with an air of fantasy.

The candlelight acted like a filter, making her already flawless, snow-white skin appear even more dreamlike.

He wanted to kiss her.

Xiao Shizhi was startled by the wild thoughts in his mind.

He cleared his throat, pretending to be composed as he looked at Bai Fuxue.

Seeing her here, did she want to plead for her family?

Did she want to cry about being poisoned by Prince Su?

Did she want to move out of the cold palace and enjoy lavish meals every day?

Or perhaps she wanted him to stay the night here?

Bai Fuxue pondered for a long time, carefully observing Xiao Shizhi.

In the novel, Xiao Shizhi was an undisputed tyrant obsessed with beauty.

As a modern-day office worker who had been grinding relentlessly, Bai Fuxue had “diligence leads to success, idleness leads to ruin” engraved in her DNA.

Under the flickering candlelight, Bai Fuxue said earnestly,

“Your Majesty has been working hard lately, and it pains me to see it.”

Xiao Shizhi raised an eyebrow, thinking, “Here it comes.”

The young beauty leaned softly against him, her swan-like neck slender and beautiful.

She spoke, “I am doing well in this small courtyard. Your Majesty is wise and would never allow the Bai family to be wrongfully accused. As for Prince Su’s poisoning attempt.”

This was written in the novel, and the outcome was clear, Prince Su would be executed by Xiao Shizhi.

Bai Fuxue wasn’t worried.

The young beauty smiled and said, “With Your Majesty protecting me, I am naturally safe.”

Xiao Shizhi: ?

You leaned against me so tenderly just to say this?

The buildup was too long.

The young beauty’s peach-blossom eyes sparkled as she said, “Your Majesty has just ascended the throne, and there is much to be done. You should devote yourself to state affairs and listen to the opinions of officials and the people.”

Xiao Shizhi’s breath hitched.

His gaze stiffened.

What are you saying? Shouldn’t you be asking for favors? Why is it like this?

The young beauty leaned against him delicately and said gently, “Has Your Majesty finished reviewing today’s memorials?”

You handle the hard work, so I can relax.

The stability of the nation is the foundation of Bai Fuxue’s leisurely life.

She was thinking several steps ahead.

To Xiao Shizhi, her words were no different from a demon’s whisper.

Xiao Shizhi said with difficulty, “…I’ve finished.”

The young beauty smiled charmingly, sitting on his lap, and said shyly, “Tomorrow’s memorials are still waiting for Your Majesty.”

Xiao Shizhi: ?

That night, Xiao Shizhi got to hold the beautiful young beauty as he wished, feeling both pain and joy.

This was no imperial privilege it was a damn psychological compensation.

A dark glint flashed in Xiao Shizhi’s eyes as he wrapped his arms around Bai Fuxue’s soft waist, demanding excessive psychological compensation.

The next day, the bed was already cold.

Bai Fuxue looked at the lingering red marks and bruises on her neck in the mirror, along with bite marks on her knees and ankles.

She flushed with anger and shame.

“You beast!”

A moment later, Songluo came trotting in with a jubilant expression, saying, “Congratulations, Your Highness! Congratulations! His Majesty has bestowed upon you the Pearl Mirror Palace to reside in!”

“His Majesty truly holds you in his heart!”

Songluo cheerfully added, “The sedan chair is waiting at the door. Please make your way there quickly, Your Highness.”

Bai Fuxue’s waist was sore to the point of agony. With a dark expression, she leaned on the table to stand up.

Songluo hurried over to support her, chuckling, “Your Highness is so delicate. His Majesty really doesn’t know how to be gentle.”

Bai Fuxue hesitated to speak her mind. Last night, everything except the final step had been done.

What a lecherous and foolish ruler.

Bai Fuxue thought to herself that she must advise him more next time. If the emperor didn’t work hard, the Great Xia Dynasty would be doomed.

Songluo couldn’t stop grinning. “Your Highness, His Majesty said he will visit you again tonight.”

“What a blessing for you, Your Highness.”

Bai Fuxue: Damn it!

Whoever wants this blessing can have it.