Even after getting slapped around by empress at her feet, even after every thing the emperor did to him, he still had a dark look and smug smile.
Kind of seems like my people pleaser friend who complains about never having time for himself but never says no to anyone else. Like he hates himself for not reaching his goals but being a martyr is addicting or something.











Never has there been an ML who knew how to communicate and slide into your heart this well. My God! Nothing crazy manipulative, just teasing and holding back emotions. That's the real push and pull that those scam artists try to teach and achieve!
If I met men Like this, I'd probably be pregnant.