Chu Yuxiao glanced over and continued to scold, "Just for making this, you’ve been out here for nearly two hours. Now not only your hands are cold, but your feet are cold too, right?"

Although his tone was scolding, his eyes carried a hint of amusement.

Su Yan knew that he really liked these two snowmen.

She smiled sweetly and stomped her feet on the ground, saying:

"Indeed, they’re cold. I clearly wore thick boots, but my feet still feel numb. It seems I’ll need to get a pair of wool socks."

Chu Yuxiao affectionately pinched her nose and laughed, "If you keep playing like this, no matter how thick the socks, you’ll still be cold."

Su Yan giggled and stuck out her tongue sheepishly.

The cold wind colored her face a bright pink, and combined with her playful gesture, added a touch of charming allure.

Chu Yuxiao’s gaze deepened, his lips curving with a faint smile, as he suddenly lifted her up in his arms.

"Ah, what are you doing?" Su Yan quickly reached out to cling to his neck.

"Carrying you back to the sleeping chambers."

Chu Yuxiao looked at her with a playful hint in his eyes, and needless to say, Su Yan understood what he meant.

Her face flushed red, embarrassed, as she buried her head in his embrace, not letting others see.

Being so boldly carried back by the Emperor, she truly felt bashful.

Tomorrow, there would surely be new gossip in the Imperial Palace.

Upon reaching the Lingxiao Palace, several heaters warmed the room, and upon entering, the warmth enveloped them, the contrast to the cold making Su Yan shiver involuntarily.

Chu Yuxiao held her tighter as he walked toward the bedroom.

Placing her on the bed, he directly took off her boots and socks and tucked her cold little feet into his embrace, using Inner Strength to warm her.

The comforting warmth made Su Yan groan softly, wishing she could shrink into his arms completely.

As if reading her mind, Chu Yuxiao waved his hand to let the curtains fall from both sides, then kicked off his own boots and got into bed, pulling Su Yan into his embrace.

He enclosed her with his arms and legs, letting her whole self curl up in his embrace.

The two were so close that they could feel each other’s heartbeat and warmth.