What could possibly make an emperor disregard a major crime like defiling the harem?
Not long ago, Lu Yu had hastily left the study. Qian Xingzhi sat alone for a long time, deep in thought, when Yuan Mo delivered a message to Liang Luming. Just then, someone sought an audience at the gate.
"My lord, Yin Tan has news of Miss Qian Lan."
The visitor was meticulously disguised. Qian Xingzhi recognized him only by his eyes: "These times have been unsettled; I haven't had a chance to see you."
Their communication hadn't been frequent. Qian Xingzhi verified the information about Qian Lan, confirming she hadn't lied about her origin.
"My lord," Yin Tan seemed hesitant about what he was about to say, "I've heard that the Seventh Prince was imprisoned over Consort Wen's witchcraft plot against the Empress. Does my lord know the details?"
Qian Xingzhi didn't know how to explain the intricacies to Yin Tan: "His Majesty hasn't reached a conclusion yet. What are people saying outside?"
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