Yuanheng Hall.
The civil and military officials were lined up on either side of the court. On the surface, the scene was calm, but beneath it, the currents were turbulent. Zhao Zheng had just introduced six new consorts into his harem; naturally, there were those who rejoiced and those who fretted. A consort’s ability to win the Emperor’s favor had a direct impact on the prospects of the officials in the court. Many ministers whose daughters had been named consorts now stood with their backs straightened, surrounded by flatterers.
"His Majesty has arrived!"
Chapter 52