
The imperial palace has been busy since morning. Thousands of servants got up early, doing work in each of the magnificent palaces as per their part. Yet out of all those grand palaces, only Grand Consort Ning's palace was not busy. There were only two eunuchs sweeping the courtyard and two maids cleaning the floor.
They knew that Grand Concubine Ning liked peace. The Emperor specifically ordered four men to serve Grand Consort Ning in his palace and not allow any other servants to serve. It was because Grand Concubine Ning really did not like there being many people in her palace.
Gu Shi Ning entered the East Palace...