Since she had already discovered it, it would be better to bring it up proactively. It was not advisable to wait until she took the initiative to ask. She would feel uneasy then.
But how could he dispel her doubts and still keep the matter hidden?
The Emperor's fingers caressed the rim of his cup, pondering quietly for a moment. Then he had an idea!
He lifted his teacup and looked at his Little Concubine, deliberately waiting until she looked back at him.
He was about to take a sip when he seemed to remember something, sighed, and shook his head slightly.
As expected, Lian Hua noticed the Emperor's habit of drinking plain water again. Seeing him sigh, she couldn't help asking, "Your Majesty, why do you sigh?"
The Emperor glanced at her, sighed softly again, and shook his head, "It's better left unsaid."
"Oh…" Lian Hua bit her lip and pondered for a moment, "I see, well, if you don't wish to mention it, then we won't mention it…"