Imperial Palace.
Xiao Zhanping, accompanied by a throng of concubines, Princes, and Princesses, made an appearance.
All the ministers knelt down in homage.
Today, feeling pleased, Xiao Zhanping addressed everyone, "My subjects, rise; today is the Winter Solstice Festival. You are all invited to the Imperial Palace to celebrate this occasion with me; there's no need for excessive formality."
"Thank you for your great kindness, Your Majesty."
Everyone respectfully got up from the ground.
Then, they instinctively moved to the sides.
Clearing a path for the Emperor and all the royal relatives to walk through.
