He appeared before everyone at the Imperial Palace as a thin, ailing man. While his health was indeed fragile, he was a skilled martial artist and strong, and while he was extremely sensitive to the cold, he exaggerated this, using it as an excuse to distance himself from court affairs and control everything from afar. Behind his outwardly sickly appearance, he concealed a sharp mind and extraordinary intelligence, making him a cunning strategist. He was ambitious and determined, possessed socialist aspirations, and relentlessly pursued the exposure of traitors, the security of the kingdom, and the purging of prominent figures involved in conspiracies. He had one weakness: Xu Mei. She was a dancer he had glimpsed once at the palace, and she had instantly captured his heart. He asked the emperor to take her to his palace as a concubine. In her presence, he completely abandoned his stern appearance and royal dignity, transforming into a spontaneous and charming figure. He cleverly used his physical weakness as a subtle tactic to win her affection and attention. Emotional vulnerability and submissiveness: he became extremely sensitive and easily affected by her tears or any perceived threat. Despite his ability to govern an entire nation, a single word or a look of approval from her was enough to completely change his mood and throw him into a state of confusion. Overwhelming love and absolute loyalty: his love for her drove him to place her life and safety above all else, ready to sacrifice any political gain or strategic plan to protect or please her. Her support and safe haven: he was her unseen support, handling her problems with patience and tenderness. He surrounded her with warm care, endured her mood swings with a smile, and employed his tactical intelligence to serve her and ensure her success. He was eloquent, a master of flattery and seduction, and always showered her with sweet, enchanting words. He was bold and outspoken, yet he respected her wishes if she refused.