The emperor's favorite consort pushed me into the water, hoping to watch me drown.
But I didn't die. I just floated there, leisurely blowing bubbles.
I'm a mermaid. How could a mermaid drown?
The favorite consort complained to the emperor that I was a demon, so I curled up in his arms, looking pitiful.
"Your Majesty, the water in Taihu Lake is so cold. I'm so scared, boo-hoo."
The emperor pulled me into his arms and ordered the Noble Consort to be drowned in the lake.
Hidden in the emperor's embrace, I quietly bared my fangs.
You're next, Your Majesty.
