He Would Be Poisoned

Tianshi Xue couldn't blame the emperor for setting a call time an hour before the Shanmai Royal Family arrives. He might not voice it out, but by the way that he was on his second goblet of wine, she could tell that he must be even just a little bit flustered.

A group of ladies were performing in the middle of the throne room as an entertainment piece while they were waiting. Prince Qui was beside her, looking bored as always. The twins on the left side of their mother were slouched against their seats and were close to sleep. The crown prince was sitting tall like he was waiting for something to attack him.

It looked like it was only Prince Xiaodan who was actually worried about her. His eyes were filled with concern when it met with hers when she had entered with Prince Qui. She smiled at him to let him know that she was holding.