Lu Yinjiu rushed out and arrived at the Empress Dowager’s palace in no time. Noble Consort Rong was currently there, keeping the Empress Dowager company with idle chatter.
The moment Lu Yinjiu crossed the threshold, he didn’t even have time to catch his breath before breathlessly recounting everything that had transpired in the Imperial Study. After listening to his tale, the Empress Dowager gently patted his shoulder and consoled him with earnest intent: "Since the Emperor said he cannot grant a marriage, he must have his own reasons and carefully weighed the pros and cons. Little Jiu, you should not continue to make things difficult for your imperial brother."
Unexpectedly, Noble Consort Rong interjected with a frown of dissatisfaction. "Elder Sister, it is merely a marriage proposal; why make such a fuss? In my opinion, the Emperor is simply overthinking it."
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