"Dressed in the finest silks and gold ornaments, it's no secret that Deng Cai's deemed as your most favored concubine in the harem."

"He's spoiled. Maybe too much, you think. With how bratty he's being, it's more than enough punishment to not give him an ounce of your time. He'd throw a tantrum if he could; he knows you'll let him."

"Your Highness," "Deng Cai whimpers. He inches closer, grasping onto the fabric of your imperial robes." "Was my apology not enough? Are you going to abandon me?"