Only demons never lose their youthful beauty.
Granny Liu remarked, "Shen Wei resides on Donghua Mountain. The mountain's spiritual energy must be abundant, which is why her appearance hasn't aged a single day."
The Empress was deeply troubled, rubbing her temples wearily. The faces of Shen Wei's three children flashed before her eyes—each one fair as jade, lively, and healthy. The Emperor's gaze when looking at Le You brimmed with paternal affection.
As for the two boys, despite their young age, they were robust and unflinching even in grand settings.
A sense of alarm stirred in the Empress' heart.
Shen Wei had two sons. What if the Emperor chose one of them as his heir? The Empress dared not dwell on the thought.
She had to suppress Shen Wei and find a way to eliminate her children. After a moment's deliberation, the Empress instructed Granny Liu, "In two days, summon Shen Wei and her three children to pay their respects to me."
