Chapter 46

Caiyun noticed that her mistress's mood had worsened and cautiously advised her.

"Your Highness, try to be more open-minded. Such things are unavoidable, after all, there are so many women in the palace."

Concubine Li gave a self-deprecating smile: "I know. Even without Xiao Liangdi, there will be other women. He is the Crown Prince; it’s impossible for him to belong to just one woman. I’ve long come to terms with it."

Caiyun let out a sigh of relief: "That’s good."

Many people, because they can’t let go, do foolish things and end up tormenting themselves.

For example, Concubine Bai.

She failed to see her place and thus indulged in unrealistic fantasies.

Concubine Li would not let herself become a second Concubine Bai.

Concubine Li was very clear that she was just one of many women in the harem, and she could never monopolize the Crown Prince.

She sat in front of the dressing mirror and said, "Caiyun, come and help me with my makeup. I’m going out later."

"Where are you going, Your Highness?"

"To the Qingge Hall."

Caiyun was very puzzled: "Why are you going to the Qingge Hall?"

Concubine Li adjusted her hair in the mirror, her lips curling into a meaningful smile: "Of course, to see Xiao Liangdi."

Since she couldn’t monopolize the Crown Prince, she would try to gain more allies.

Where there are people, there is a world of intrigue, and the palace is no exception. Forming factions is very common, like Concubine Bai and Lady Chen.

Xiao Liangdi looked like a simpleton, and now that she was in favor, she seemed like a good pawn to use.

If she could win her over, Concubine Li would gain a significant ally. In the future, when she faced off against Concubine Bai, her chances of winning would be much greater.

Once she thoroughly outmaneuvered Concubine Bai, the Eastern Palace harem would be dominated by Concubine Li alone. At that time, even if she couldn’t monopolize the Crown Prince, she could at least ensure he stayed more often in the Jinfeng Hall. If she had good luck, she might even secure the position of Crown Princess.

Becoming the Crown Princess would bring her closer to the throne of the Empress...

The more Concubine Li thought about it, the more excited she became.

Her features were more striking than those of ordinary people, and after applying makeup, she looked even more alluring and charming. She often practiced dancing, so her figure was graceful, and her walk was swaying and captivating.

She deliberately changed into a bright pomegranate-colored dress, the red skirt swaying behind her. She gently waved a fan, and with every movement, she effortlessly captured people’s attention.

Caiyun sincerely praised: "Your Highness, you are truly beautiful. If the Crown Prince saw you now, he would surely be captivated."

Concubine Li smiled.

"Then pray that we run into the Crown Prince on the way."

What they didn’t expect was that they really did encounter the Crown Prince on their way to the Qingge Hall.

Concubine Li’s heart leaped with joy, and she gracefully bowed, her voice sweet and seductive.

"I, your humble servant, pay my respects to the Crown Prince."

Luo Qinghan’s mood was still not good.

He had intended to go to the Qingge Hall to relax, but he didn’t expect to run into Concubine Li.

He faintly said, "You may rise."

As Concubine Li stood up, she accidentally stepped on her skirt.

She let out a cry of surprise and fell toward the direction where the Crown Prince was standing!

Luo Qinghan raised his right hand at that moment.

Everyone thought he was going to catch Concubine Li.

Even Concubine Li herself believed this. Her heart was filled with anticipation, and she had already planned that once the Crown Prince caught her, she would fall into his arms.

At that moment, with a beautiful woman in his arms, she was sure he wouldn’t be able to resist.