Many in the Capital City had barely slept a wink. The high officials were all aware of what had transpired on Four-direction Mountain. Some remained silent, while others stayed up all night drafting memorials to the throne, accusing the Eighth Prince of grave disrespect.
Many other officials submitted memorials regarding Consort Yuan's collusion with the enemy, imploring the Emperor to handle the matter in accordance with the laws of the nation.
The morning court session was unusually boisterous. Officials led by Prime Minister Gao declared that it was Ye Qianning's honor to have died saving the Eighth Prince. They argued it was only natural for the scion of a court official to sacrifice their life for the royal family.
