Lady Li was the first to grow restless. She ran to the Empress to complain.
"I've heard that the Crown Prince was also interested in that Hua Qingqing and wanted to bring her into the Crown Prince Mansion as a concubine. I never thought she'd climb into the Saint's bed in the blink of an eye. This woman's schemes run deep indeed. Empress, you must be on your guard."
The Empress advised helplessly, "Since she was able to gain the Saint's favor, it means this is her fated blessing. As for the matter between the Crown Prince and her, that is all in the past. You mustn't bring it up again, lest you displease the Saint."
Lady Li could only reply resentfully, "I understand."
The Empress added, "Also, she is a Jieyu now. You should address her as Hua Jieyu. Don't call her by her name directly; it's improper."
Lady Li: "Yes."
She put on a submissive front, but inwardly she was scornful.
