"Are you recovering well, Biwu?"
Upon seeing Zhou Cangyan, Emperor Cheng Xiao's temper cooled somewhat, and he offered him a seat.
"Thank you for your concern, Imperial Brother. I am much better now."
Lu Shunfu served the tea.
Zhou Cangyan took a sip of tea before setting down the cup.
Emperor Cheng Xiao glanced at Zhou Junlin and said irritably, "You can get up, too!"
Zhou Junlin rose slowly to his feet.
"Imperial Uncle."
His voice was cool and clear as he suddenly spoke up. "Regarding Doctor Song, there must be some misunderstanding…"
Resting his cheek on his hand, Zhou Cangyan cut him off bluntly. "Let me ask you this: did my wife save Princess Consort Ling's life?"
Zhou Junlin's brow furrowed. He nodded. "Yes."
"When Prince Ling was attacked on his journey, your servants, without any investigation, pinned the blame on my wife. Is that not what happened?"
Zhou Junlin took a deep breath and inclined his head. "Indeed."
