Inside the grand hall, the lanterns shone brilliantly. The palace banquet was in full swing. Amidst the melodious sounds of strings and bamboo, guests exchanged toasts, and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious. Yunhe, lively and clever, displayed a sharp wit in every movement, delighting Emperor Zhang Chengyan to the point that his hearty laughter echoed throughout the hall.
Imperial Concubine Su sat to the side; though a smile hung on her lips, her eyes were cold. When no one was paying attention, her venomous gaze remained fixed on Yunhe, Yunxi, and the pair of twins. *That damned Empress, how is she so fertile!*
In the vast inner court, she was the only one who had conceived. She had seized the advantage, and with a single stroke, she had four children—all twins. Her luck was simply absurd! Every time the Emperor mentioned wanting a Princess, she happened to give birth to one; it was infuriating! Imperial Concubine Su subconsciously stroked her own stomach, her eyes filled with longing. How she wished she could also have a child to solidify her position in the palace.
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