"It was my fault for arriving late," the Fourth Master said with guilt.
He was in the middle of discussing matters with the ministers after the morning court session, so those sent to inform him dared not interrupt.
It was Su Peisheng who perceived his unusual demeanor, prompting him to ask for clarification.
Regardless of whether it would disturb His Majesty, he felt compelled to inform him.
Upon hearing this, the Fourth Master was infuriated. He hurried to the Imperial Garden.
When he arrived, mother and child were inside, their fate unknown.
At that moment, the Fourth Master felt he couldn't stand any longer.
"It hurts, be gentle," Ye Zao said, embraced by the Fourth Master, her shoulder aching due to his intense grip.
The Fourth Master grunted in acknowledgment, holding her closer, "I always say to protect you well, yet you keep suffering."
