Outside the Emperor's bedroom, the wind and rain temporarily ceased.
Upon learning of the palace upheaval, the high-ranking officials rushed to the bedroom without even changing their clothes.
Chancellor Liu Quji, dressed in a bright red court uniform, was tall and well-built, with penetrating eyes that seemed to see through everything. His face bore the marks of age, revealing a sense of steadiness and restraint.
With Liu Quji's arrival, the officials and Imperial Guard found themselves more settled, as if having found their backbone.
"Chancellor Liu, you are finally here..."
An official stepped forward and roughly explained the situation to Liu Quji, asking him for advice.
Realizing the severity of the matter, Liu Quji raised an eyebrow and then said, "Where's the Seventh Prince? Has the Seventh Prince arrived?"
The official explaining the situation to Liu Quji was momentarily stunned.
