They chose the timing cleverly, waiting at the gate of Qianqing Palace after the morning court session was over.
After the Emperor's court session, he summoned them inside.
The Emperor said, "All of you, please rise."
"Yes."
The Emperor was wearing a dragon robe, with graying hair and beard, yet he was still imposing.
Whenever his gaze landed on someone, it felt as if a mountain were pressing down on them.
Yet he put on a facade of kindness and geniality, reducing his sharpness considerably, which made Pei Shu'er feel a bit uneasy.
"You have traveled a long distance and suffered hardships. Now, you have redeemed yourselves. As long as you remain loyal to the Emperor and love your country, you will still be good subjects of Dayan."
The meaning was clear; even though they returned to the court, the War King was still accused of embezzlement in the past.
