As the news spread, the autumn hunt was suspended. A tense atmosphere gripped the entire Imperial Hunting Ground. Many officials stayed in their own rooms, not daring to step out into the temporary palace. In front of every palace building stood two guards, their hands gripped tightly around their sword hilts, never letting go.
In a side palace, Duan Chunrou, Jin Weige, and Wen Chuyun were staying together. Although they were in separate rooms, they were in such close proximity that even the slightest sound could be heard clearly.
Jin Weige sat on a couch in the main hall and let out a cold snort. "This Consort Zhao is truly favored; the Emperor has actually arrested the entire Imperial Guard on her account."
Chapter 181