After the young Emperor dismissed his court, he left a crowd of princes, ministers, eunuchs, and palace maids in a state of panic.
After searching most of the Imperial Palace from dawn until midday, they finally found the young Emperor in a corner of the Fengxian Hall, sobbing inconsolably while hugging the late Emperor's memorial tablet.
Ever since, whenever someone petitioned the Emperor to appoint an Empress, the young Emperor would simply disappear and mourn the late Emperor.
Every time the Duke of Jingguo and the others thought about this, they felt a headache coming on.
"Empress Dowager, I have a daring conjecture, but I'm not sure if it's appropriate to voice it!"
The Duchess of Jingguo wore a solemn expression and spoke softly.
Empress Dowager Xiao glanced at her. "At a time like this, if you have something to say, say it quickly. Is there any need to beat around the bush?"
