Hua Manman finally made it through the agonizing punishment, and the system stopped forcing her to stay conscious.
By now, she was physically and mentally exhausted.
She couldn't hold on any longer and passed out completely.
After delivering soup to the Emperor, Yin Meiren spent the rest of the afternoon cozying up to him.
She had hoped to use the opportunity to stay the night in Hanzhang Hall and serve him in bed.
Unfortunately, the Emperor hadn't been in the mood for such activities lately.
The Emperor told her to leave.
Yin Meiren didn't dare defy the Saint's will, so she could only leave, resentful and reluctant.
As she was leaving Hanzhang Hall, she happened to see Lady Hua passed out on the side of the path.
She nudged Lady Hua's calf with the tip of her shoe. When Lady Hua showed no reaction, she was certain the woman had truly passed out.
Yin Meiren already held a grudge against Lady Hua, so naturally, she wasn't about to pass up this golden opportunity for revenge.
