Upon returning to Lin'an, Wei Ting was appointed as the Empress's ceremonial officer, a clear sign of the deep trust the Emperor and Empress placed in him.
Shortly after, he was also appointed Grand Marshal, instantly becoming the most sought-after bachelor in the eyes of every noble lady in the Imperial City.
But Madam Wei no longer dared to play matchmaker carelessly.
The old woman could sense a change in her grandson. Wei Ting had grown increasingly silent and reserved, and it seemed nothing could stir his emotions. Even the smile he wore was faint.
Madam Wei asked, "He didn't go to the Imperial City Envoy's wedding banquet today?"
The old woman had heard that all the prominent figures in the Imperial City had gone to join the festivities, even the Emperor and Empress. Yet, Wei Ting was the only one who hadn't.
Nanny Cao replied, "I heard from a servant boy that the young master is drinking in Xinyuan Hall."
