In the chaotic casting workshop of the Foundry, Li Rufeng and the artisans were working hard to remedy their previous mistakes. Suddenly, the crisp sound of approaching hoofbeats echoed through the air, followed by a loud shout: "Her Majesty the Empress has arrived!"
The already noisy workshop instantly fell silent. Everyone dropped what they were doing and knelt in unison to welcome her. Dressed in magnificent attire that did not compromise her heroic bearing, the Empress walked into the workshop with an elegant and majestic stride. Looking around, she saw tools scattered about haphazardly, semi-finished equipment lying in disarray, and the artisans covered in grime. Her brow furrowed tightly.
Her gaze swept over the crowd and came to rest on Li Rufeng. "Are you the one in charge of making this equipment?" she demanded. "Just look at what a mess this place is!"
Chapter 62