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Without hesitation, he began making arrangements for her to enter the palace early the next morning. Even during the morning court session, his mind was elsewhere. After exchanging a few pleasantries about the emperor's health with the ministers, he hurried back to his chambers, waiting eagerly at the door for Delice to be brought in.
He was filled with anticipation for the exotic girl who could be both charming and bold.
The eunuchs seemed to understand Tang Hezhao's urgency. In just a short while, a modest blue sedan chair was quietly brought in through a side entrance and carried up to the steps of the palace.
Tang Hezhao rushed out and caught sight of Delice timidly peeking out from the lowered curtain of the sedan chair, followed by a eunuch holding an ice cream basket for her.
As he watched her, he couldn't help but think of a new bride arriving with her dowry, stirring feelings of longing within him.
If she were wearing a bright red dress, would he be able to sweep her up and carry her into the bridal chamber right now?
"Hey!" He imagined wildly, feeling elated as he called out loudly.
Delice looked up at the sound, and her expression changed dramatically upon seeing him.
Surprise mixed with joy and a hint of annoyance made Tang Hezhao's heart flutter. He longed to rush over, take her hand, and show her more of the palace.
The surrounding eunuchs exchanged knowing glances as they observed the two gazing at each other from afar, and they discreetly withdrew. Clearing his throat, Tang Hezhao forced himself to appear calm as he walked down from the main hall to Delice's side. "I told you we would meet again if fate allowed."
Delice stood there in shock. "You are actually the emperor?"
Tang Hezhao didn’t take offense at her bluntness; instead, he felt a sense of pride at her surprise. "What? Do I not look like one? But since we are fated to meet, may I know your name, beautiful lady?"
A few days ago, he had specifically looked up some travelogues to learn about the customs of a golden-haired, blue-eyed nation.
Dalis looked at the man in the bright yellow dragon robe who politely extended his hand, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes before she couldn't help but smile, nearly causing Tang Hezhao to stumble. "I am Dalis," she introduced herself.
Then, she linked her arm with Tang Hezhao's.
The shocking gossip of the emperor bringing a golden-haired girl into the palace quickly became the talk of the town among officials and commoners alike.
Naturally, the common people had no thoughts beyond gossip, while the entire court, let alone opposing him, was moved to tears. The emperor had rarely spoken of wanting a woman; they were overwhelmed with gratitude to the heavens that their sovereign finally thought of expanding his lineage and carrying on his family line!
Even those less loyal ministers were moved to tears upon realizing that the woman he desired was none other than the golden-haired girl causing such unrest in the capital—what a wise ruler he was! What noble integrity he displayed by sacrificing for his subjects!
To sacrifice himself for the next generation to avoid cavities and malnutrition was truly worthy of respect!
Tang Hezhao was unaware that this action added considerable leverage to solidify his reign.
At this moment, with his beauty by his side, he could gaze at her whenever he pleased. He had nearly tasted all the flavors of Ice Cream, and the dual satisfaction in his heart and stomach allowed him to sleep exceptionally well at night, even drifting into enchanting dreams.
In his dream, her laughter filled the entire imperial garden, colorful butterflies danced around, and flowers bloomed in abundance. She would suddenly twirl among the blossoms and then appear beside him again. Her smile could melt ice and snow; her soft fingers gently caressed his face. The sensation felt so real that he was reluctant to wake up from this dream...
With his eyes closed, Tang Hezhao suddenly felt his smile freeze at the corners of his mouth.
He dared not open his eyes as Dalis, who had stealthily entered his chamber in the middle of the night, repeatedly traced her cool fingers over his face.
He didn't need to open his eyes to feel a sharp light slicing across his eyelids, the glint of a dagger reflecting the moonlight.
In an instant, his heart felt like it had been turned upside down.
Could it really be true what they said, that those not of my kind must have different hearts?
Was she merely a female assassin cloaked in a guise of fragility, approaching him so lightly that with just a flick of her hand, she could complete her mission and vanish, leaving him to die alone in…
The more he thought about it, the more sorrowful he became. Tang Hezhao's eyelashes trembled slightly, nearly bringing him to tears. At that moment, a cold gleam flashed again, and a metallic object clanged as it struck the floorboards.
Huh? Did her aim slip?
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