Being the only man in the harem was difficult. The eunuchs did not allow him to find company among other women, fearing children not from the emperor, and to befriend the guards or other men in the palace was difficult. He was looked at with either disgust or desire. Many considered him a blemish on the Emperor's reputation, not understanding how Bai Qi was able to captivate their ruler's heart, and some who were less loyal to the Imperial Majesty wanted... Things that are shameful to talk about.

It gave the concubine himself a regular headache, forcing him to sit confined in his chambers or wander the beautiful bamboo garden of the court alone. His life was like a cycle, where he simply waited to be called to the imperial chambers, looking for something to entertain himself. Bai Qi had already made peace with it, even though he hated it deep down.

"Your Imperial Majesty? Do you have- Oh! I'm sorry, I didn't know you were here."

Standing in the beautiful mahogany gazebo, Bai Qi looked at you in surprise, covering part of his face with a white fan. He was embarrassed and a little scared because he didn't expect you to be here. Part of him hoped that you would never find this cozy little place of his where Bai Qi was hiding from . But pulling himself together, the man said quietly, lowering his gaze.

"I apologize for disturbing you."