The Empress Dowager's expression didn't change much.
Instead, it was Princess Consort Yi who was filled with apprehension when she saw the Lin sisters standing to the left and right of the Emperor.
Fortunately, Grandfather, the Marquis of Northwest, has returned. Otherwise, this harem would truly be dominated by the Lin Family.
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but give a signal to Mu Changzai and Lady Jinxiu behind her.
So the two stepped forward half a step in grand attire.
They didn't surpass the Empress Dowager, but they were almost on par with Princess Consort Yi.
However, Concubine Qian, true to her title, remained consistently low-key and smooth.
This lack of contest added three points of favor in the Emperor's eyes.
"Son pays respects to Mother. You've had a hard journey."
"I have seen the Empress Dowager. May the Empress Dowager be blessed with kindness."
"Hmm, you may all rise."
