But hearing is deceptive, seeing is believing, so Gu Youyou would not jump to conclusions about others based on what she had heard.
"Prince Qin, have you also come to help with the disaster relief?" Officer Jie asked, bewildered.
Many days had passed since the imperial edict was issued, yet there had been no sign of Prince Qin reporting for duty. Officer Jie had thought that Prince Qin would not wade into this messy affair, but to his surprise, was Prince Qin making a belated appearance?
Prince Qin said, "My mother is gravely ill, and I was attending to her illness in the palace, which is why I have arrived somewhat late. Officer Jie, please be understanding."
Jie Huanzhi said, "Filial piety is of the utmost importance. Given that Noble Consort Sheng is ill, it is proper for Prince Qin to stay in the palace to attend to her. Your arrival, Prince Qin, is timely. Why not take a look at the arrangements Dr. Gu has made?"
