Emperor Zhao, after hearing these words, said, "This is not in accordance with etiquette..."
"Not in accordance with etiquette? Your Majesty, are you certain it's truly inappropriate?"
Ji Ruyan's eyes narrowed slightly, like cold icy blades, unsettling Emperor Zhao with a flustered heart.
"No! Empress, quickly accompany Ruyan. I have other matters to attend to, so I won't go with you."
After speaking, Emperor Zhao did not wait for the Empress's reply and turned to flee.
Ji Ruyan watched Emperor Zhao leave, letting out an involuntary sigh. With the passage of time and changing circumstances, indeed, people's hearts would change.
She turned to look at the Empress. "Your Majesty, gather your things, we must head to the State Uncle's Mansion."
"Hmm."
The Empress did not say much, quickly gathering her belongings. She did not have many things, just packed a couple of bundles and left.
