Immediately, a group of imperial guards rushed in and dragged Noble Consort away without the slightest mercy. She struggled desperately, her hands clawing fiercely at the floor until her fingernails were broken and bleeding, yet her resistance seemed utterly insignificant against the strength of the guards.
Everyone in the imperial court was frozen with shock by this sudden turn of events, not daring to take a deep breath as they silently watched the scene unfold. None of them had expected that Noble Consort, usually so arrogant and overbearing, would come to such an end.
Looking out over the chaotic court, the Emperor felt his anger gradually subside, though his expression remained frighteningly dark. With an exhausted wave of his hand, he said, "Today's business is concluded. You are all dismissed."
Chapter 117