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Bang—
The brush fell to the ground, words came to an abrupt halt.
Chen Mo stepped closer, bowing in greeting, "Your Highness, I offer humble greetings."
The Empress looked up, eyes filled with confusion and disbelief, staring at him in silence for a moment.
Seeing this, Eunuch Jin wisely retreated.
In the vast palace, only the two of them remained.
Chen Mo chuckled and said, "Why, after just a few days, does Your Highness not recognize me?"
The Empress was silent for a moment, then slowly stood up and walked to him.
Before Chen Mo could react, she gently leaned into his arms, her cheek pressed against his chest, listening intently to the strong and powerful heartbeat.
?
Chen Mo's throat moved slightly, puzzled, "Your Highness, what are you...?"
The Empress whispered, "Nothing, I just wanted to make sure you're really alive."
"..."
Chen Mo said with some amusement, "Have you confirmed that now?"
The Empress looked up at him, giggling, "Yes, you're alive."
