The Emperor was deeply moved when he heard this.
He could tell her words came straight from the heart.
'Xian'er's love for me is so pure and true, untainted by any desire for status or wealth.'
"How can you say our son would be just a bonus," he said, his tone chiding, though he was secretly delighted. "I hope our son is as beautiful as you, but takes after me in literature, martial arts, riding, and archery."
"Then there's no time like the present. Emperor, would you stay with me tonight?"
"Aren't you sick? I'm restraining myself, so don't be naughty."
"Other concubines ask you to visit when they are ill. Now that I am ill, I want you to stay with me, too. Besides, my sickness is just from the shock. I won't get you sick."
