Huo Mingyan's expression shifted, and Shen Xinghan noticed every detail below.
Now inheriting the Duke Shen title, he was also the most outstanding among the young officials, drawing the attention of the surrounding officials who frequently toasted him and conversed jovially.
He responded perfunctorily to them, while unhurriedly finishing the wine in his cup.
Huo Mingyan was more resilient than he had imagined.
But how long could she endure?
Perhaps, he ought to give her a little push.
He put down the wine cup and glanced toward the outside of the hall.
The Astronomical Bureau predicted rain tonight.
He gave a look to the palace maid in green who was serving wine.
The palace maid subtly bowed her head.
By the time the banquet ended, a misty drizzle had enveloped the outside of the hall.
The palace maids and eunuchs prepared paper umbrellas and began escorting the honored guests out of the palace one by one.
Shen Yinning was arranged to leave last.
