The Ninth Princess exclaimed, "It's happening again?"
Since that night, Father has feigned illness and not attended court, Mother has been perpetually sullen, Uncle has secluded himself, but the Crown Prince has remained the same.
The Imperial Grandmother also hasn't shown a good face.
If it weren't for the knowledgeable and tactful Mr. Ximen accompanying me, I really don't know how I would survive these days in the deep palace.
Brother Ximen gently stretched out his arm and drew the Ninth Princess into his embrace, soothingly saying, "Ninth Princess, don't be afraid. Even if they return, they wouldn't dare to cause trouble in the Imperial Palace."
He then turned to the little eunuch and said, "Go out and find out exactly what's going on, then report back."
The little eunuch felt indignant but didn't dare disobey.
The Grand Steward ordered the palace eunuchs and maids not to mention Black Wind Village, lest the Emperor hears and finds it inappropriate.
