"I... I am dressed like this to meet the Empress Dowager. I’m afraid it’s not quite appropriate..."
Li Fuyin clutched the hem of her dress, looking visibly restless. Since she had accompanied Li Mexiao into the palace, her attire was remarkably simple; the fabric was coarse and lacked quality, making her appear no different from a junior palace maid.
Li Mexiao gazed at the young girl with eyes full of tenderness and spoke in a gentle tone, "It is of no consequence. The Empress Dowager will not take offense. Besides, with me here, I shall protect you."
Chapter 45