"Oh, isn't this Concubine Chen? How come you have the free time to stroll in the Imperial Garden today?"

The Empress's smile was particularly bright when she encountered the leisurely Concubine Chen.

Before Concubine Chen could reply, the Empress continued, "I see, now that His Majesty no longer visits your Zhaoyang Palace, you must have some free time, don't you?"

Concubine Chen's expression changed, and she smiled awkwardly, "Empress, you're just joking."

The Empress raised her eyebrow and changed the subject, "Ah, used to the days when you were always by His side as a favored beauty, it must be quite unfamiliar to see you idle now."

"When I meet His Majesty later, I will definitely ask him to remember you. Wouldn't you agree?"

After a mocking pause, Concubine Chen's face had become unbearable to look at.

Satisfied, the Empress left, and Concubine Chen turned around and grabbed my neck, whispering in my ear, "Aren't you supposed to help me conceive? How can I conceive if His Majesty doesn't come to the Zhaoyang Palace?"

Concubine Chen's grip tightened, and I started to turn red due to lack of breath.

"You better figure out a way to regain His favor, otherwise, you won't have to wait six months, I can sentence you to death now."

I blushed, my voice hoarse, "Concubine, rest assured, this servant has a plan and will surely satisfy your wishes."