Shengda Hall - Residence of Emperor Xu Tianguan
As dawn broke over the Imperial Palace, the golden rays of sunlight filtered through the intricately carved wooden windows of Shengda Hall. Lord Xu Zixuan strode forward with urgency, his blue robes flowing behind him. Chief Eunuch Xiang Bohan stood at the entrance, nodding as he stepped aside to allow him passage.
Inside, Emperor Xu Tianguan sat at his grand desk, meticulously reviewing the morning's court documents. At the sound of approaching footsteps, he lifted his gaze.
"Your Majesty," Xu Zixuan greeted, bowing deeply. "This humble servant brings urgent news."
The Emperor set aside his brush, his brows knitting together. "Rise. What matter weighs so heavily on you?"
Xu Zixuan stood straight and spoke gravely. "There was an attempt to steal the evidence last night at Zhonghe Court, but the thief was unsuccessful. However, the technique he used in combat was the VenomousOrchidArts."
A deep silence settled in the hall.
