Qingzhi received word from the Emperor and returned to Jiang Wumei’s side, whispering, "The Emperor has reached the palace gates. We can depart as soon as you meet him, Your Majesty."
Xu Junjun was anxious for her friend. "Eat something first. I saw porridge at breakfast—can’t you manage a few bites? Or perhaps some dim sum or a crystal dumpling?"
The ceremony was incredibly tedious and complex; Xu Junjun feared Jiang Wumei would not hold up if she went all morning without food.
Chapter 475