C450 The Consequences

After listening to her, the Empress's gaze grew contemplative. After a moment of thought, a cold smile played on her lips. She returned to her usual demeanor, her beautiful face betraying no hint of what had just transpired. Calmly, she sat back in her seat and picked up the pearl necklace from the plate with her manicured fingers.

At first glance, she hadn't noticed anything unusual about it