The Emperor's intent was clear, despite his lascivious nature and love for beautiful women, he still had a moral compass.
He would never do anything unethical.
Just like when he initially laid his eyes on Lin Zizi, despite being the monarch of a nation, he didn't force her, but instead allowed her to be with Jiang Ruobai.
Although he often regretted it over the next few decades, he never harbored other thoughts.
Jiang Ning served him a bowl of soup and attentively placed it in front of him. Giving him a thumbs up, she flattered him with a stream of compliments: "Emperor, you truly are magnificent and wise! In all my years, observing the course of five thousand years, you're definitely within the top three amongst all the emperors."
The Emperor, being quite pleased with her flattery, asked: "Why just five thousand years?"
"It's just a metaphorical exaggeration, mainly intended to highlight your greatness."
"Heh, I love you flattery."
