Night fell, and the imperial palace was illuminated by brilliant lanterns.
A group of beautiful palace maids in green gowns made their way through the palace corridors, carrying various delicacies toward the banquet where court music was being performed.
At the center of this banquet sat Empress Ji, dressed in a red phoenix robe and adorned with pearls and emeralds, holding the highest status of all. Unlike the cold and detached demeanor she had displayed earlier before the Fengxian Hall, she now appeared amiable and affectionate, her eyes filled with doting warmth. "Xian'er, you have worked hard today."
Chapter 51