"Madam, everything I said is true."
"The Empress isn't as old as you said." Noble Princess Consort Ying was speaking the truth; even though Empress Xie appeared older these past few years due to illness, she hadn't reached the point of being an old hag as the palace maid described.
Over the years, Empress Xie was aware that her health was poor, which made her appearance look haggard and aged. In order to maintain her beauty, she privately consumed a lot of things, barely preserving her face. However, the consumption of these items gave her a peculiar scent, which was the reason the Emperor disliked her and was unwilling to visit Zhao Yang Palace.
"Madam, the Empress always looks down on you, so why did she suddenly invite you over for tea? What scheme is she brewing?" The palace maid was startled, "Madam, could the Empress wish harm upon you?"
