"On the first day of paying respects to the new Empress, and they arrive so late."
Concubine Li grumbled with dissatisfaction.
In stark contrast to the cold silence inside the main hall, the gates of Yongchen Palace were bustling with activity.
Lady Wei and Concubine Feng's sedan chairs halted at the entrance. The eunuch prepared to usher them in, but she waved her hand to pause them: "I'm feeling a bit dizzy, I'll stand here for a while. Anyway, it's not yet the hour, let's wait a bit."
Consort Xu, Consort Jiang, and Attendant Lady Lan, who arrived later, stopped in unison behind them.
As they waited outside, the other concubines had no choice but to pause as well.
This mental preparation is really no easy feat.
They had to pay respects and serve tea to the Yun Family.
