As the maids entered with refreshments and food, the atmosphere in the room shifted, the delicate clinking of teacups and the aroma of freshly prepared snacks filling the air.
After serving His Majesty and Lili, the maids discreetly withdrew, leaving the couple to their privacy.Taking a sip of tea, Lili turned her attention to the emperor, a faint smile playing on her lips.
"Your Majesty," she began, her tone warm and respectful, "how has your day been?"The emperor, his expression softened by Lili's respectful address, returned her smile.
"It has been... eventful," he replied, his voice tinged with a hint of amusement. "But seeing you here now makes it all the more pleasant."
As they exchanged pleasantries, the emperor's curiosity piqued. "Tell me, my queen," he began, his gaze thoughtful, "about these sachets you've been working on. They seem to hold a special significance."
