Hearing Jin Weige’s biting remarks, the other concubines turned their gazes toward them. The emotions in their eyes were varied: some were mocking, seemingly waiting to see Bai Wutong make a fool of herself, while others remained indifferent, as if entirely unconcerned with the unfolding drama.
Bai Wutong acted as if she had heard nothing. With a calm expression, she offered a composed, unhurried salute before walking straight to an empty seat and sitting down elegantly. She said, in a leisurely tone, "If it weren't for a slight disagreement between the Emperor and me, who would be sitting in the seat of honor today is far from certain. Consort Jin, your restoration to the rank of consort is, after all, thanks to me."
The implication was clear: if not for the rift between her and the Emperor, Jin Weige would have had no chance to regain favor, let alone return to her consort rank. She would have been lucky just to serve the Emperor and catch a glimpse of him, let alone sit in the seat of honor and enjoy the attention of the entire court.
Chapter 207