Just as Lu Qingyuan had anticipated, Lady Lin was waiting at the palace gate bright and early. Rongyue was her only flesh and blood; this marriage absolutely could not fall through.
However, despite her hurried arrival at Shoukang Palace, Eunuch Li politely directed her to a side hall. "Lady Lu, Her Majesty is currently speaking with Prince Xian. Please wait here for a moment."
The side hall was silent, and Lady Lin could not help but feel anxious. Whispers drifted in from the corridor, and she leaned in to listen, realizing it was a group of wives waiting for their audience, gossiping among themselves.
Chapter 22