Aghia toyed with the jade pendant on Xie Jie's waist, seemingly unaware, intentionally waiting for a while. She watched as both of them bore the consequences of their actions before letting out a long sigh, expressing a tinge of sadness.

This sigh immediately snapped the people in the palace back to attention.

Lady He quickly regained her composure, furrowing her brows and making a decisive move. "In the presence of His Majesty, how dare you act recklessly! Take ...