Only after becoming emperor did he realize he was in a fantasy world of immortal cultivation.

Li Wanwan's slightly cold voice fell amidst the fluttering peach blossoms, "Your Majesty, I entered the palace for the imperial concubine selection because I heard of Your Majesty's illustrious reputation and admired Your Majesty's handsome face. I thought that entering the palace would allow me to see Your Majesty, but I did not expect that after going through many trials, I would still need a month to see Your Majesty."

"I was so anxious that I secretly ran away from Chuxiu Palace, thinking that if I could meet His Majesty in the Imperial Garden, I would be willing to die."

Lin Ye: "Raise your head."

Li Wanwan's stunning beauty was slowly revealed to the public once again with her movements.

It was as if moonlight shone on the snow-covered landscape, and even the forest seemed to pause in a daze for a moment.

Such a refined and aloof woman would be cherished by ordinary people, and no one would have the heart to associate her with death.

The four eunuchs following behind Lin Ye lowered their eyes and couldn't help but want to look at Lin Ye.

They were ordinary people, but Lin Ye was not; they could not fathom the emperor's heart.

Lin Ye did not speak again, so Li Wanwan kept her head up, her gaze fixed on Lin Ye's face.

His features were clear and bright, with a high nose and thin lips; every feature was perfectly proportioned, and together they could only be described as handsome.

Coupled with his imperial demeanor, he is a man who is hard for women not to be attracted to.

But in Li Wanwan's mind, she cursed him out in a very harsh way.

This is because she was not a real imperial concubine; Li Wanwan was an alias.

A dozen days ago, after Zhou Wanwan sensed that Zhou Ru's assassination attempt on Lin Ye had failed, she forcibly channeled her energy, absorbing all the spiritual energy from her remaining spirit stones and pills in one go, and barely managed to summon Zhou Ru back using magic.

When she saw that Zhou Ru was seriously injured, she realized that the other party's humanitarian luck was very strong, which made her even more determined to form an alliance with Gongsun Yan.

Gongsun Yan is a man who prioritizes profit in everything. To form an alliance with him, Zhou Wanwan believes it wouldn't be too difficult if she offered him some benefits.

But just then, Lin Ye posted Zhou Ru's wanted posters everywhere, and as soon as Gongsun Yan saw her, he put Zhou Ru's wanted poster in front of her.

Gongsun Yan had witnessed Zhou Ru's prowess before, but now she couldn't even handle a weed and was even wanted by the authorities.

Therefore, he was certain that Lin Ye could harm Zhou Ru, and he deduced the reason from that.

At this point, Zhou Wanwan was completely at a disadvantage when it came to forming an alliance with him.

He not only demanded that she be the main force in disrupting the human destiny, but also promised her three Foundation Establishment Pills and five high-grade spiritual plants after she left the illusion.

They're nothing but robbers.

And all of this is thanks to the man in front of you!

Lin Ye was unaware that Zhou Ru had mentally "cursed" him several times in that short moment. If he had known, he wouldn't have needed to speculate about such a beautiful face.

Indeed, he didn't believe that such a stunning face could have remained obscure for so many years, yet just happened to appear at this time.

Li Wanwan?

Let me find out if you are a "hidden gem" or a cultivator who wants to kill me.

Lin Ye suddenly turned his back, and the moonlight bathed him in a soft glow.

Everyone's gaze was unconsciously drawn to Lin Ye's action, but they dared not look directly at him because of the oppressive aura emanating from him in the moonlight.

Of course, this does not include Zhou Wanwan.

Her gaze was fearless, and even her current submissive demeanor was deliberate.

But Lin Ye's actions caused her a little confusion.

Is her plan going to fail?

Just as Zhou Wanwan was pondering whether to devise another plan, Lin Ye's deep and gentle voice broke the silence: "Take her to the Hall of Mental Cultivation."

"Yes."

The eunuchs responded in unison.

After several rounds of washing and grooming by the palace maids, Zhou Wanwan finally arrived at the Hall of Mental Cultivation that Lin Ye had mentioned.

"Greetings, Your Majesty," Zhou Wanwan bowed to Lin Ye, who was sitting upright at the desk.

No need for formalities.

At this moment, Zhou Wanwan was clearly being treated as the one to serve the emperor that night. After washing up, she changed into clothes that fit her figure better and were thinner and cooler.

It would be unrealistic to say that Lin Ye wouldn't have some romantic feelings when faced with such a beautiful woman.

But compared to life, it's nothing.

"Wanwan is indeed as beautiful as a fairy." Lin Ye first followed his gaze and praised her.

Then he added, "Since the moon is so bright today, I wonder if the immortal Wanwan could perform a dance for me, so that I can also enjoy the pleasures of the heavenly palace."

Zhou Wanwan's face stiffened upon hearing this; she couldn't dance.

"Wanwan, do you not want to?" Lin Ye asked, looking at Zhou Wanwan's expression with great understanding.

However, the sly smile at the corner of his mouth didn't seem so friendly.

Lin Ye admitted that he said those words with the intention of "making things difficult" for Zhou Wanwan.

After all, it's quite interesting to "adjust the color" on a beautiful woman's cold face.

Zhou Wanwan wanted to say directly that she was not good at dance music, but Lin Ye's words made her choke up.

His snow-white skin seemed to be covered with a layer of darkness.

But she only maintained that expression for a few moments before finding a way to deal with it.

"Of course not. It's just that I've loved sword dancing since I was a child. I wonder if Your Majesty could grant me a sword strike?"

Lin Ye was creating an opportunity for Zhou Wanwan to assassinate him, and now that she was asking for the sword, he naturally wouldn't refuse.

"Guards, bring me a sword."

Then the sound of the piano began.

Zhou Wanwan stood in the center of the main hall, holding a sword.

A moment later, a rousing tune rang out, and Zhou Wanwan moved slightly.

As the sword rose, Zhou Wanwan had already leaped into the air.

The light gauze, as soft as moonlight, fluttered gently as its owner danced gracefully.

Immediately afterwards, the melody rose and fell like a mountain.

What were originally a few dull and monotonous notes became chilling and fierce due to Zhou Wanwan's series of sword flourishes.

The world seemed to be covered in white snow, yet sword energy surged forth, sweeping away everything in its path.

Lin Ye watched with great interest.

Just then, Zhou Wanwan's sword tip suddenly approached.

The sound of guards drawing their swords was also mixed into the music at this moment.

Lin Ye's gaze remained unmoved as he quietly watched the sword tip gradually close the distance.

A moment later, the tip of the sword grazed the table, picked up a wine cup, and stopped in front of Lin Ye.

"Please have a drink with me."

Lin Ye gazed at the wine cup that rested steadily on the sword before him, and heard Zhou Wanwan say this with a smile.

At this moment, the music stopped, and the wind and snow were hidden in laughter.

"Your Majesty, this is the name of this sword dance," Zhou Wanwan added.

"Good dance, good name." Lin Ye smiled and drank the wine in his cup.

As he set down the wine cup, the guard sheathed his sword at Lin Ye's signal.

Lin Ye was surprised that Zhou Wanwan only offered him a drink at such a good opportunity.

But this did not dispel Lin Ye's concerns.

"We've had our fill of food and drink, it's time to rest," Lin Ye said slowly to Zhou Wanwan, not minding probing further.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Wanwan simply lowered her head and agreed, her expression hidden in her falling black hair.

With that, Lin Ye picked Zhou Wanwan up in his arms.

Zhou Wanwan suddenly fell into Lin Ye's arms. Her expression froze for a moment, and then she managed to keep from kicking away the emperor who didn't know his place, thanks to her strong willpower.