Honored Lady Jiang's face turned deathly pale with fright, and Hua Cha, beside her, was also filled with terror.
How did the Empress find out? Could it be the Noble Consort? No, that can't be. The two of them have always been at odds; it's impossible…
Unable to find an answer despite much thought, Yu Lan spoke up again with a smile.
"Honored Lady, there's no need to panic. Our Empress means you well. Please hand over the spices so that I may take my leave."
Honored Lady Jiang collapsed on the bed, looking desperately at Hua Cha.
"Go and get it!"
Hua Cha nervously went to fetch them.
She returned shortly with the items.
Yu Lan carefully checked everything, confirmed it was all in order, and then politely took her leave.
Hua Cha stepped forward to cover Honored Lady Jiang with a blanket, trying to console her.
