The banquet at Roufu Palace was elevated to a new level by the dishes bestowed by the Empress Dowager. The entire palace was filled with a festive air. The Empress Dowager's gift was a clear sign of her favor toward Princess Consort Wan, who was glowing with pride and in higher spirits than ever.
Feng Yunjin watched from a distance, her heart tightening with worry. Not far from her, Qin Wanyi was chatting with Fan Pin, and though Feng Yunjin couldn't hear what they were saying, both wore congenial smiles.
Everyone was so happy. The only one missing was Song Zhaoyi.
They were deliberately ostracizing Song Zhaoyi.
Feng Yunjin knew it perfectly well, but there was nothing she could do to change it; she was powerless.
