Stepping into the Queen's Palace once again, the first voice that entered my ears was still that of Lady Ning.

【Ah, the Queen's favorability rating has reached 90. The sweet companionship of these days has paid off!】

I didn't even know if this Queen was married to you?

The atmosphere between the two of them was completely different from the stiffness and formality of the last time. The Queen gently taught Lady Ning embroidery, creating a warm atmosphere in the room.

On the contrary, when I entered, the air in the room seemed to freeze.

Alright, was I being superfluous?

Both of them wore jade pendants around their necks, in a familiar style.

I gritted my teeth, "Lady Ning, do you really think I won't kill you?"

She sat calmly, showing no signs of fear like she did in the pavilion that day.

The Queen took a sip of tea and calmly replied, "Next month is the day when the envoys from other countries will be received. With the incident involving the Princess of Beifeng, it might affect the alliance between the two countries."

I scoffed at this, and the Queen continued, "The new ruler of Beifeng is her full-blooded brother. The envoys coming this time will surely inquire about the Princess's situation."

It was then that I remembered, Beifeng had already changed rulers, known for their brutal and aggressive methods.

Having ascended the throne not long ago, they had already reclaimed several neighboring small countries.

They had become the strongest opponent of Nanxiang.

However, this did not mean that they could stand above me, the Emperor, and flaunt their power.

Just as I was thinking, the Queen took off the jade pendant and hung it around my neck.

"This jade can also shield emotions, preventing others from prying. Why don't you wear one too, Your Majesty?"

I held it in my hand, looking at Lady Ning sitting beside me, "Shield emotions? But I clearly..."

Only then did Lady Ning speak, "This is an upgraded version, slightly different from mine, and currently, there is only one."

Do you think I would believe you again?

At the Queen's plea, I looked at Lady Ning, who was sticking her tongue out behind her, and said bitterly, "I'll spare you this time for the Queen's sake."