you so much If it’s truly someone betraying us from within, Master Chen should speak plainly. The Jinyiwei will certainly not show leniency, and we will crush them to dust. But Master Chen shouldn't w...Chapter 1218 Oh~ Your Highness!

"I was surprised by you today."

Zhao Rui thought Li Chen was still talking about the interrogation, so she said: "My concubine just wants to help Your Highness with some things."

Holding Zhao Rui's hand, Li Chen said: "Your intentions, this palace understands them all. But you needn't worry too much. This palace is not a person who tires of new things quickly."

Zhao Ruizhan smiled, and suddenly said: "Your Highness hasn't been here for a long time. With all these things happening today, why don't I accompany Your Highness for a drink to relax your mind"

Li Chen smiled and said, “This is a good idea. You arrange it.”

Zhao Ruixin excitedly responded with a sound, and immediately ordered someone to arrange a table of small dishes. She also warmed a pot of wine and personally poured it for Li Chen.

Pouring herself another small glass of wine, Zhao Rui said: “Your Highness is busy with state affairs every day. While national governance is important, your health is paramount. If your body falters, that would truly harm the foundation of the country. Therefore, Your Highness must balance work and rest and not overwork yourself.”

Li Chen said helplessly: "Everyone knows the truth, but when it comes to themselves, it's inevitable to lose something in order to gain something else."

"The current situation does not allow this palace to be distracted, let alone rest."

Zhao Rui sat by the table, her snow-white wrist propping up her rosy cheeks. She tilted her head and looked at Li Chen.

Under the slightly dim candlelight, Zhao Rui's eyes shone brightly, as if they could glow.

Her eyes were full of Li Chen, and only Li Chen.

"What are you looking at me for" Li Chen asked.

"You're very handsome," Zhao Rui replied, winking playfully.

Between their laughter and chatter, Li Chen had downed a few cups of wine. He felt a warmth spreading in his stomach and his head was starting to feel slightly fuzzy.

Fueled by alcohol, he gazed at Zhao Rui under the candlelight. Tonight, she seemed particularly radiant and captivating.

The loose imperial robe draped loosely on Zhao Rui's body, her snowy skin faintly visible.

Only Li Chen knew how beautiful the scenery was under those clothes.

A warmth spread through Li Chen's heart, and he reached out to grab Zhao Rui's hand, saying, "We've had enough to eat and drink, time to rest."

Facing Li Chen's slightly unrestrained gaze, Zhao Rui knew what was about to happen.

Now, she not only shows no resistance, but is full of anticipation and joy.

"This humble servant shall bathe first." Zhao Rui rose, her voice shy.

"What kind of bath"

Li Chen pulled Zhao Rui into his arms in one swift movement, his palm pressing against her delicate figure. He leaned down and whispered softly in her ear, "I like this authentic feel."

Perhaps Li Chen's words were too bold, making Zhao Rui a bit unable to bear it.

Lightly pushing Li Chen's chest, Zhao Rui blushed and said shyly, "Your Highness, please allow me to bathe first. Don't treat me so poorly."

"Alright, alright, as you wish."

Li Chen smirked and said, "Speaking of which, I feel a little sticky too. Why don't we go take a shower together"

Zhao Rui blushed and said, "Your Highness wasn't just bathed and changed clothes"

You said that was just now, and now is a matter of the present, it has nothing to do with before.

Li Chen didn't wait for Zhao Rui to say anything more. He took her hand and walked towards the inner room of the dormitory, the bathing area.

"Your Highness, perhaps Your Highness could bathe first, and I shall follow afterwards"

Zhao Rui was still trying to make a final effort and struggle.

"What's the point of wasting time An hour in spring is worth a thousand ounces of gold. Don't waste any more time." Li Chen said arrogantly.

"Oh my, Your Highness!" existing group as a temporary replacement. I didn't expect such a good thing would happen to you."Listening to Zhou Changshou's analysis, Wu Yong's eyelids twitched.Zhou Changshou could analyze so ma...