Yongshou Palace.
Bai Wutong sat at the Empress Dowager’s side, quietly transcribing Buddhist sutras. She had been coming here for several days in a row—not just because of the Empress Dowager’s wishes, but because of her own. Ever since the Empress Dowager returned from the Hall of Mental Cultivation that day, she had found Bai Wutong an eyesore, insisting she come daily to copy scriptures. Bai Wutong was only too happy to oblige; it was the perfect opportunity to nurture her pregnancy. In the Empress Dowager’s palace, no one would dare try to harm her. Though she was of demon origin, it was better to be cautious; who knew how many insidious methods humans possessed?
The Empress Dowager glanced at Bai Wutong from time to time. Seeing that the girl was sensible enough, her expression softened slightly. "Did you give the recipe for the Pine Nut and Lily Crisp to the Imperial Kitchen?"
Chapter 32