From beginning to end, Gu Chengzhou did not cast a single glance toward Mei Gongxue.
Mei Heming hurried forward to bow, saying, "I never expected Your Highness would come!" As he spoke, he subconsciously shot a glance at his steward. *Did we send a notice to this Sheng State Prince? Why would he show up?* The steward hurriedly shook his head to signal his ignorance. They had no connection to the man whatsoever, and since this Sheng State Prince was an honored guest of the Emperor, they were hardly in a position to be acquainted with him.
As befitted a prince, he was naturally followed by a retinue of guards. However, Gu Chengzhou stopped at the entrance, not venturing further inside. After all, the space before the mourning altar had already been occupied by the people Lady Fan had brought.
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