The matter of selecting fine ladies is imperative.
Even the emperor cannot prevent it, let alone she, the mere empress.
According to the ancient feudal doctrine,
she not only cannot stop it but must actively organize it.
The aim is to select virtuous and talented women to extend the royal family.
Even though she herself has already extended the royal family, it is still not enough.
At Chen Zheng One Moment, the selection formally begins.
Xia Ruqing sits atop the high platform, looking at the two hundred women kneeling below.
A feeling of bitterness wells up in her heart.
Ever since she learned about this year's selection,
she has felt as though she is trapped in a dilemma.
She does not want to carry the reputation of a jealous woman, nor does she want newcomers to enter the palace.
After much contemplation, Xia Ruqing feels a slight bitterness in her heart.
'Indeed, people are greedy!'
One cannot have both fish and bear paw, so why should she insist?
