章節 50: Control

"You're putting me in a predicament, Jinkai," the Emperor mused as he settled the teacup onto the tray held by a servant beside him. His cunning eyes shone with mirth as he watched Li Wenmin guide the young woman back into the tent.

The Empress hid her frown behind her fan. "She's stunning, isn't she? Like the first flower of Spring."

She had hoped Wen Jinkai would glance at the Second Princess, but he acted like she was air.

What was wrong with him? The Second Princess was obviously more beautiful than Xueyue in every way possible. She was skilled in everything suitable for a young woman of her position, whether it was painting, guqin [1], singing, or dancing, she was perfect in every way.

The Second Princess was a kind-hearted woman whose kindness never allowed her to harm others. She was a gentle soul and an ideal wife in every man's eyes, but the only person she has ever set her eyes on acted like she didn't exist.