Prove Your Courage

"Ah?" Song Qingshu was momentarily dumbfounded. What kind of development was this?

"Look how nervous you are." Seeing Song Qingshu standing there like a dumbfounded goose, Empress Peiman giggled, her body trembling. She did not explain herself. Instead, she yawned, lightly covering her red lips with her left hand. Looking utterly languid and alluring, she casually lay on her side on the couch.

"Xiao Xingzi, have I treated you well?"

This was practically a free point. Without thinking, Song Qingshu answered, "Imperial Consort's great kindness is beyond repayment. Even if I had to climb mountains of blades or plunge into seas of fire, I could never repay it."

The instant the words left his mouth, he inwardly cried out in alarm. It was obvious that the Empress had ulterior motives for treating a little eunuch so well. He could only blame himself for being too used to saying such things. Now he had walked right into the trap.

Empress Peiman was indeed very pleased with his answer. "At least you have a conscience. Don't worry, I don't need you to climb mountains of blades or plunge into seas of fire. As long as you help me with one matter, I will be satisfied."

"Please give your orders, Imperial Consort." Song Qingshu forced himself to say it. He had already made up his mind that he would not truly do anything for her. Still, Empress Peiman was clearly plotting some huge conspiracy. It would be good to gather more information. Once he figured out what she was up to, it would be time to flee.

Yet Empress Peiman did not give him any specific instructions. Instead, she said with a smile, "This matter will not be easy. I'm afraid you don't have the courage for it."

Song Qingshu's heart tightened. This