The Imperial Banquet was something Shu Yu quite enjoyed.
Seizing the moment while the Emperor and Meng Yunzheng were engaged in conversation, she discreetly gathered most of the dishes into her own bowl.
Occasionally, the Emperor would glance at her, only to see Meng Yunzheng multitasking; discussing official matters while still managing to serve Shu Yu some food.
Shu Yu was also concerned that Meng Yunzheng might be too absorbed in talking, forgetting to eat. Whenever she found something delicious, she'd put a bit in his bowl and tug on his sleeve, reminding him to take a few bites.
It seemed as if the two of them had done this countless times, exhibiting a seamless and familiar rapport.
The Emperor, watching this, unexpectedly felt a tinge of envy.
He was surrounded by many women, from the Empress to concubines and beauties of all sorts, yet none interacted with him as Shu Yu did, like an ordinary couple.
