The Daily Life of a Concubine

Chapter 4 - Night Attendance 02

The two palace lamps by the bed emitted a soft yellow glow, making her face appear even more ethereal under the light.

Her three thousand strands of black hair intertwined with the yellow-wrapped cloth, enhancing her enchanting beauty by threefold.

Emperor Rui strode into the room, his hands inadvertently brushing against the loose strands of hair by her ear.

The beauty's cheeks were flushed red, whether from embarrassment or fear, making her look all the more endearing.

Bai Jingxian lowered her head, unable to meet his abyss-like gaze. Moreover, this emperor was no "fat chrysanthemum."

There was no need for her to search for "fruits" anymore.

The man before her was someone she could cling to and hold onto tightly. In her perception, she felt she was gaining a lot.

Her hair was luscious, carrying a hint of fragrance that made Emperor Rui momentarily lose his composure. As his hands slid down, the wrap around the woman on the bed was slowly undone.

The bright yellow bedding contrasted sharply with her porcelain-like skin, dazzling him to the point where he couldn't close his eyes.

His throat tightened. The Emperor's usual self-restraint crumbled at this moment, and he lowered himself down.

Feeling the woman's beautiful figure, his arms around her waist tightened even more. Bai Jingxian instinctively moved her small hand between them.

She deliberately pulled her shoulders back, pressing her proud chest tightly against him.

Their eyes met, the intimate atmosphere heating up. The Emperor's gaze was filled with deep aggression, and the warmth of his palms made even the seasoned Bai Jingxian blush.

Outside the room, the palace servants had long since retreated, and the loyal De Fu was stationed outside the door, not allowing anyone to come near.

Inside, Emperor Rui was like a ferocious beast. He lowered his head and bit down on her alluring red lips. After a while, when the woman was almost out of breath, he finally released her lips, a silver thread connecting them, both their breaths rapid.

Bai Jingxian didn't expect this man to be so fierce, starting immediately without any preliminaries, lacking manners.

Her slightly open lips were pink, her face showing embarrassment, with eyes full of flirtatious charm. Her subtle movements made him unwilling to wait any longer.

The flickering candlelight filled the room with a fragrant aroma.

After seven years on the throne, he was not one to indulge excessively, but with her, he was completely overwhelmed.

There were many beauties in the harem, but none had made him so impulsive. Perhaps, as the officials said, she was truly a bewitching courtesan.

The harem's concubines, one by one, had smashed everything they could find in their own quarters.

She was bold, she enjoyed herself, and she was alluring. Her lips curled into a slight smile, as if savoring and reminiscing.

The Emperor found it all too novel and stimulating, making him unable to stop, wanting her to be even more unrestrained, to reveal more of her captivating side, and to utter more heart-stirring words.

Bai Jingxian, not yet rested, had her breath still uneven. The Emperor dragged her into another round.

She couldn't help but wonder if the Emperor was unsatisfied with the women in the harem, as he was so intense with her...

If he treated every concubine this way, she would actually pity him.

After all, selling one's body for money wasn't easy, just like her good brother, who was ruined by a rich sister due to a small mistake.

And him, whether he liked it or not, had to visit every woman in the harem to maintain the previous dynasty's influence. Even if he didn't want to, he had to.

It really proved that old saying: in ancient times, who truly enjoyed the emperor's night life?

Never mind, such matters were beyond her concern. She could only do her best to make him reluctant to harm her, otherwise, she might become a tragic ghost in the harem the next day.

After the feast, Emperor Rui shouted out to the outside.

"De Fu."

"Here, Your Majesty."

There was immediate movement outside, with a few eunuchs bringing in hot water to pour into the bathing tub behind the screen. Bai Jingxian lay on the bed with her eyes closed, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, holding the bedding in a shy, demure manner.

The Emperor smiled slightly, picked her up, and carried her into the warm bath.

De Fu listened to the sound of the flowing water and heard the Emperor's authoritative voice, "Convey my decree."

Bai Jingxian didn't clearly hear the decree as her mind was already in a daze.

The Emperor, a restrained man, had taken her twice and then had the room cleaned, personally sending her back with De Fu.

The next morning, Bai Jingxian was awakened early by Chunfeng, as they had to hurry.

The distance to Kun Ning Palace was quite far, requiring half an hour to walk. If they were late, it would delay their morning greetings to the Empress, and it would be the concubine who would suffer.

"What time is it?" Bai Jingxian startled awake, glanced outside the window where it was still dark, with no light showing.

"It's already past the yin hour. If you don't get up now, you'll be late for your morning greetings," Chunfeng said with a cheerful tone.

Bai Jingxian yawned, still drowsy, looking very lazy, but her lazy appearance made people feel pity.

Just as Chunfeng was about to persuade her further, Bai Jingxian sat up from the bed, her eyes bright, sparkling with radiance.

The recently promoted concubine's attire was provided by the Inner Palace, and her outstanding appearance made it all the more impressive. Otherwise, these clothes would have been quite ordinary.

It showed how poorly regarded she had been in the harem before.

At Kun Ning Palace, the hall was filled with the scent of perfumes and the rustle of garments. The Empress's seat was empty, and to everyone's surprise, the concubine had arrived early today.

Wen Jieyu looked at the early-arriving concubine with a smile, "Last night, the Emperor summoned the concubine from Qing He Hall. I wonder if there will be any decree conveyed today?"

Lan Guifei raised her eyebrows, casting a sidelong glance at Wen Jieyu, "Oh? Do you want to give up your position to her? She's just a seductive woman. The Emperor is wise and mighty, not easily swayed by such things."

"Wen Jieyu, instead of worrying about others, you should think about yourself. There are quite a few newly entered consorts of high beauty. Don't let them steal your favor," she said, though she was climbing up to her, her words were quite displeasing.

Wen Jieyu realized that her loose tongue had provoked Lan Guifei.

"I was wrong, Your Highness. You are right. The Emperor is wise and mighty and will not be influenced by such things. It was my mistake. But can the newly entered concubines, no matter how beautiful, compare to you, Your Highness?"

Wen Jieyu lightly covered her mouth with a handkerchief, "Everyone knows that before entering the palace, you were a famous beauty in the capital. How could a mere concubine compare?"

Lan Guifei listened to her words without responding, continuing to play with her teacup.