As a sixth-rank official, Gu Yanwu was not entitled to an audience with Emperor Chongzhen under normal protocol. However, because he had been summoned by imperial decree, he was quickly escorted by a eunuch into the Palace of Heavenly Purity.
He stared at the Emperor for a long time, trying to find some flaw or sign of deception, but found none.
Amused by his behavior, the Emperor chuckled. "Gu Yanwu, do you suspect that I am an impostor?"
Chapter 1283