Emperor Guangxi was directly escorted back to Qianqing Palace by the Imperial Guard.
During this period, apart from Mr. Cui, who served near him, and two Imperial Eunuchs, no one had seen what the awakened Emperor Guangxi was like, nor did they know the Emperor's attitude towards this "assassination" incident.
After the imperial carriage entered the palace, the heavy vermillion gates of Qianqing Palace were tightly shut. No one, not even the always-favored Princess Consort Duan who wanted to visit, could enter. Only the designated Imperial Physician was allowed to enter daily at the appointed hour to check the Emperor's pulse.
Upon leaving, they kept their lips sealed and would not utter even half a word.
The entire Imperial City was overshadowed by dense clouds.
The Zhao Family's days, at last, were about to change.
Some were anxious, while others were restless.
