Chapter 20 The Mysterious Clan Regulations

Outside the Zhuque Hall of the imperial palace of the Zhuque Empire, the officials left one by one, some of whom were still whispering.

"Why didn't Her Majesty the Empress attend the morning court again today?"

"I heard that Her Majesty the Empress seemed to be sick. She should be too worried about Her Highness the Crown Princess."

"Possibly. Her Highness the Crown Princess has been missing for almost two years. By now, there has been no news about her at all."

"Alas, if Her Highness the Crown Princess doesn't come back, the Zhuque Empire will witness a significant change."

"Enough. Let's get going."

The officials just left. It was quiet again outside the Zhuque Hall. Yet, who knew what kind of turmoil would happen after the momentary peace?

...

In the Tongxin Hall.

"Xue, you look much better today."

Huangfu Che fed the last spoonful of medicine to Duanmu