The next day's court session was obviously much quieter. After some trivial local matters were settled, everyone stood there silently.
"Present your memorials, or court is dismissed."
Le San watched the officials below with contempt. 'The moment their own interests are threatened, they stop being so aggressive.'
Hua Shunming didn't even deign to spare them a glance. He rose and immediately headed for the harem.
At this moment, Empress Zhou was in a side hall of the harem, summoning the young ladies of prominent families.
"Where are the daughters of Minister Chen?"
Chen Ziyan gripped her older sister Chen Zitong's hand, and the two sisters nervously stepped forward to perform a Fuli.
"Your features are quite proper. You do indeed have the bearing of a royal princess.
Nanny Xu, over the next few days, have them thoroughly instructed in palace etiquette. After all, when they leave here, they will represent our Royal Family. There is no room for error."
