Days passed, one after another.
The harem remained calm and tranquil, not even a ripple on the surface.
Everyone, it could be said, was on their best behavior.
It was hardly surprising—the Emperor, upon his ascension, had issued a death sentence for the first time! This was no laughing matter! Anyone daring to stir up trouble at this time was surely tired of living.
That day, Ying Yue brought gifts from Noble Consort to visit Consort Yun Pin again.
The last time Noble Concubine Shih had sent gifts, Consort Yun Pin had refused them.
But now, Ying Yue had returned.
"Greetings, Consort Yun Pin!"
Consort Yun Pin gave her a complex look.
"Rise," she said.
Ying Yue rose gracefully, her composure serene, and turned to present an exquisite sandalwood box.
"These are the latest fashions, all the rage in the Capital City!"
"Noble Consort personally had them collected to present to Consort Yun Pin!"
