Given the fallen state of Huaqing Palace, it was evident that such neglect could only prevail in the late Emperor's absence.

"Should we... tell Sister Shengxue about this?"

Han Xueli's voice carried genuine concern for Bai Shengxue. Her parents' complex past love stories weighed heavily on Han Xueli's heart.

"Let's inform her after everything has been resolved," Han Yunjing responded reluctantly.

Princess Qin's eyes turned red from ...