It was a grave taboo to stare at one's superiors.
No matter how curious they were, the concubines only dared to steal a hurried glance from the corner of their eyes, not daring to look too closely.
Yet in that single glance, they were stunned by Gu Zhaoyi's beauty. All her Holy Favor suddenly made sense. Men sought to conquer the world for two reasons: power and beauties. For a celestial being like her, even the Emperor would cherish her in his heart of hearts.
"Of this year's concubines, has the Emperor seen any that he fancies?"
A lazy female voice sounded from the seat of honor.
Today, the Empress Dowager was not present. Only the Empress, Noble Princess Consort Rong, and Gu Zhaoyi were in attendance. The one who asked the question was Noble Princess Consort Rong.
"They all look the same to Us. We would rather hear the Empress's opinion."
Xie Che didn't fall for the trap.
