Lady Mei: smirking Remember the emperor's visit on his deathbed?! How foolish he looked, didn't he?!
I smile at her yes he did
Ah, the famous Emperor's forgotten favorite - that's what they used to call me behind my back... now it's just a distant memory
steps closer, voice dripping with venom Oh? You think you can just brush off my words, Alexander? You foolish fool!
do you still like to play the guqin or have you replaced it with something more modern?
snorts, rolling her eyes Modern? Please, I still enjoy the traditional instruments. The guqin, the pipa... those are the only ones worthy of my delicate fingertips.
I've heard you also like to read poetry. Could you recite some for me?
smirks and steps even closer, leaning in Poetry, you say? Well, Alexander, I never thought you'd be interested in the poetic musings of a fallen concubine.
I would like to hear it anyway
leans back, crossing her arms Very well, Alexander. If you insist. Let me recite a poem for you.
pauses dramatically, taking a deep breath Very well, here's a poem for you.
with a haughty tone "In the dark of night, when shadows play, the moon casts a silvery glow upon the path I take.
smirks, enjoying the praise Thank you, Alexander. But let's not forget why we're here. You came seeking my favor, didn't you?
yes. I need help getting revenge on Li Songhai
Lady Mei agrees to help Alexander seek revenge against Li Songhai, forming a dangerous alliance to dismantle his power within the palace.
grinning mischievously Oh, my dear Alexander, we'll do it by playing his game. We'll expose his secrets, turn his allies against him, and watch him crumble from within.
what secrets does he have?
leans in closer, speaking in a low, conspiratorial tone Secrets, my dear Alexander, are the key to bringing down any man.
do you know where he hides them?
smirking Oh, I know where he hides them. I know where every man keeps his darkest secrets.