That night with the emperor felt more affectionate than what the empress had experienced even in the first few months of their marriage. Now in her middle age, it was a rare chance for her to have such a romantic night. Thus, she was both delighted and satisfied.

After the emperor left, the empress took out the spell doll from under the bed and stared at it. She felt quite amazed. Was it really powerful enough to help her win the emperor's undivided love?

She put down the spell doll and asked, "Where is Cheryl?"

"She is still locked inside, Your Majesty." Nancy pressed her lips together and gestured in that direction.

"Bring her here." The empress picked up the tea and took a sip. "After all, she was my maidservant for such a long time. She must have something to say to me."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

Cheryl had spent the whole night locke

na for a new one after she got out of there.

"How did you get your hands on this spell doll?"

"I went home a few days ago and came across a strange person. After I told him about my troubles, he gave me this. I didn't believe him at first, but I thought it wouldn't hurt to give it a try. I didn't expect that it would actually make me win His Majesty's favor," Cheryl answered after a brief hesitation.

"So, to seduce an emperor, just a little spell doll will do the trick." The empress picked up the spell doll on the table and toyed with it. After a while, she looked over at Nancy and hinted to her with her eyes. Nancy nodded, then took out her handkerchief and covered Cheryl's mouth. It all happened so fast that Cheryl blacked out instantly. Then Nancy took her out of the room and threw her into a deserted well in the deserted Cold Palace.