"Isn't that the Regent? Why is he attending the Imperial Court today?"

News of Feng Muqing's journey to Jiuxi Mountain hadn't been sealed off, so everyone knew that she had gone to participate in the Tianfu Academy's disciple selection. This also made Jun Ruye's absence from court widely known.

Whispers circulated among the imperial officials. "What could prompt his unexpected return?"

"Perhaps the Emperor speculates impatience. In recent days, ...